Question

(please have a good explanation and do not guess not part of the test) How did mining contribute to western migration in the 1800s?

A.
Many men became rich and brought their families, leading to bustling towns of successful small business owners.

B.
Most mining towns offered consistent and highly paid work, leading to steady population increases over time.

C.
Mining towns did well with little regulation from the government, leading to the establishment of more independent towns in the West.

D.
A few miners found gold and other valuable metals, leading many people to establish stores and other businesses near the newly rich.

Answer 1

D. A few miners found gold and other valuable metals, leading many people to establish stores and other businesses near the newly rich.

Mining attracted people, people attracted business, both attracted railroads. If you have people, business investment and transportation, add mineral wealth and you have Economic Development.