Question

what did the open ranges of texas, colorado, and wyoming become important areas for?

a. industry

b. cattle ranching

c. cotton production

d. gold mining

Explanation:

The open ranges in Texas, Colorado, and Wyoming had vast grasslands suitable for grazing livestock. Cattle ranching thrived in such open, grassy areas. Industry (A) would require more infrastructure and urban - like setups, cotton production (C) needs arable land for farming (not typical of open ranges), and gold mining (D) is related to mineral - rich areas, not open grassy ranges. So the open ranges became important for cattle ranching.

Answer:

B. Cattle ranching