Question

Which "robber baron" is best known for consolidating carnegie steel and the national steel company into u.s. steel in 1901?

a.jay gould
b.j.p. morgan
c.john jacob astor
d.cornelius vanderbilt

Answer 1

The correct answer is B) JP Morgan

JP Morgan was a financial guru and owner of several different companies during the Gilded Age in American history. During the late 19th century, JP Morgan became one of the richest men in America. Through consolidations, buying out of companies, and other transactions, JP Morgan was able to accumulate an enormous amount of wealth. In today's society, his net worth is around $40 billion.

Answer 2

The person that is being described above is J.P. Morgan and the answer for this would be option B. J.P. Morgan was the known "robber baron" who consolidated Carnegie steel and the national steel company into U.S. Steel in the year 1901. Hope this answers your question.