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How did railroads influence the growth of western territories ?

AThe ability to bring in goods deterred industrial development
BRailroads spurred the foundation and expansion of towns along the western rail route
CTowns at the end of the railroad lines became ghost towns when the lines were extended
DSettlers moved away from Native American lands to follow the rail road routes

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B.Railroads spurred the foundation and expansion of towns along the western rail route

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B. Railroads spurred the foundation and expansion of towns along the western rail route

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Railroads built in the nineteenth century are a milestone in the history of American development. Prior to the construction of the railways, commercial production was primarily centered on regional markets. Railways connected cities, opening new consumer markets for products, enabling goods to be transported over long distances for the first time. As the railroads advanced, new cities developed around them. In addition, railroads have drastically reduced freight costs, making products cheaper and benefiting consumers.  Therefore, the correct answer is that railways contributed to the expansion of cities along the railway route.

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