Question

3.2.4 quiz: transportation revolution
question 7 of 10
why did 19th - century democrats not like using federal money to build transportation systems?
a. they believed it would increase the price of transporting goods.
b. they were afraid they would lose land to the railroad companies.
c. they thought it might cause the national bank to close.
d. they were concerned that getting the government involved would hurt states rights.

Explanation:

In the 19th - century, Democrats were strong advocates of states' rights. They were concerned that increased federal government involvement, such as using federal money for transportation - system building, would encroach on the rights and powers of the states.

Answer:

D. They were concerned that getting the government involved would hurt states' rights.