Question

which statement best describes population distribution in the us from 1880–1900?
a. as immigration increased, immigrants settled primarily in the south, where land for agriculture was plentiful.

b. as immigration increased, immigrants settled primarily in the north and west, where economic opportunities were the greatest.

c. as immigration increased, immigrants settled primarily in rural areas, where they were less likely to face discrimination by native - born americans.

d. as immigration increased, immigrants settled primarily in the center of the country, where many factory jobs were available.

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Explanation:

During 1880-1900, US industrialization boomed in the North and West, creating abundant factory jobs that drew immigrants. The South was still recovering from the Civil War and focused on agriculture with limited industrial opportunities; rural areas had less economic pull, and the country's center lacked the major industrial hubs of the North/West.

Answer:

B. As immigration increased, immigrants settled primarily in the North and West, where economic opportunities were the greatest.