What was one effect the growing railroad industry had on the country?

Question

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• National markets increased as goods could be sold across the country more easily.
• Leaders in the railroad industry wanted to get low-cost materials from other countries.
• Companies had to compete for American workers by offering well-paying jobs.
• A larger variety of companies were able to compete in the railroad industry.

Answer 1

The correct answer is: National markets increased as goods could be sold across the country more easily.

The growing railroad industry facilitated the transportation of goods over long distances, which helped to integrate local economies into a national market.