Question

Which of the following is an example of how the emergence of railroads and canals affected the economy?

A.

Communication became easier for companies.


B.

Many Americans were put out of work.


C.

Transporting goods became less expensive.


D.

America became less reliant on coal.

Answer 1

C) Transporting goods became less expensive.

Step-by-step explanation:

The railroad allowed raw materials to reach factories in the East and consumer goods to reach all parts of the United States in a timely manner. Railroads helped to create the cattle industry on the Plains immediately after the Civil War. Cattle brought low prices in Texas, but demand was higher on the East coast.