Question

jacob riiss how the other half lives shocked the american public with its use of
strong prose describing cases of lynching.
vivid descriptions of slaughterhouse conditions.
sensational and untruthful claims of corruption.
powerful photographs depicting conditions in city slums.

Explanation:

Jacob Riis's How the Other Half Lives is known for using photography to expose the harsh living conditions in urban slums during the late 19th century. The other options are incorrect: it did not focus on lynching, slaughterhouse conditions, or untruthful corruption claims.

Answer:

D. powerful photographs depicting conditions in city slums.