Which of the following best explains the impact of railroads on Minnesota business

Question

1. Railroads enabled Minnesota industries to compete for more markets.
2. Fewer settlers came to Minnesota as a result of the growth of railroads.
3. Railroads helped many workers become wealthy.
4. Many other forms of transportation shut down because of the growth of railroads.

Answer 1

1. Railroads enabled Minnesota industries to compete for more markets.

The railroads provided an efficient means of transportation for Minnesota industries to ship their goods to markets in other states and regions. This allowed businesses to reach a larger customer base and increased their ability to compete in the marketplace.