Question

who was able to dominate and control the oil industry in the late 19th century? a. cornelius vanderbilt b. andrew carnegie c. john d. rockefeller d. henry thoreau

Explanation:

Cornelius Vanderbilt was in the railroad and shipping industries. Andrew Carnegie dominated the steel industry. Henry Thoreau was a philosopher and naturalist. John D. Rockefeller built the Standard Oil Company and controlled the oil industry in the late 19th century.

Answer:

C. John D. Rockefeller