Question

question 15 of 20
what role did railroads play in industrialization for both great
britain and the united states?
a. they allowed businesses to ship manufactured goods
to markets in distant locations.
b. they limited the amount of pollution and waste
produced by industrial companies.
c. they led businesses to focus on manufacturing textiles
rather than making steel products.
d. they reduced businesses dependence on coal as a
source of power.

Explanation:

Railroads were crucial for transporting goods over long distances. Before railroads, transporting manufactured goods to distant markets was difficult and costly. Railroads made it easier and more efficient for businesses to reach larger markets. Option B is incorrect because railroads (especially steam - powered ones) contributed to pollution. Option C is wrong as railroads actually increased the demand for steel (for tracks, engines etc.). Option D is incorrect since steam - powered railroads relied on coal.

Answer:

A. They allowed businesses to ship manufactured goods to markets in distant locations.