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how did railroads contribute to urban growth during the second industri…

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how did railroads contribute to urban growth during the second industrial revolution?
by providing the greatest number of jobs
by transporting raw materials and finished goods
by transporting materials to parks and museums
by providing emigrants with access to enclaves

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

During the Second Industrial Revolution, railroads transported raw materials to factories in cities and carried finished goods out for distribution. This economic - activity boost led to urban growth. Jobs were important but not the main way railroads contributed to urban growth. Transporting materials to parks and museums is not a major factor. Providing immigrants access to enclaves is also not the key contribution.

Answer:

by transporting raw materials and finished goods