Question

in the late 1800s, rapid industrial development resulted in
a decrease in tariff rates
a decrease in population growth
an increase in the rate of urbanization
an increase in the price of farm products

Explanation:

In the late 1800s, industrialization created factory jobs in cities, drawing rural workers and immigrants to urban areas, which accelerated urbanization. Tariff rates generally rose to protect domestic industry, population growth increased due to immigration and natural growth, and farm product prices often fell due to overproduction, making the other options incorrect.

Answer:

C. an increase in the rate of urbanization