Question

question 5 points 3
which of the following is not true of political machines?

they led to corruption in the cities.

they led to many improvements within the cities.

they gave birth to the democratic party.

they became less important after 1900.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Political machines were known for corruption (so "They led to corruption in the cities" is true).
• They also provided some city improvements like infrastructure for votes (so "They led to many improvements within the cities" is true).
• The Democratic Party existed before political machines became prominent; political machines didn't give birth to it (so this statement is false).
• Political machines' influence declined after 1900 with reform movements (so "They became less important after 1900" is true).

Answer:

C. They gave birth to the Democratic Party.