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Which of the following was an effect of the discovery of gold and silver on western development?

AIt caused a Sharp Decrease in the population of eastern cities
BThere was no longer a need for the railroad
CThe value of gold and silver decreased
DIt Contributed to the opening of the western frontier.

Verified Answer :

I think the answer would be c. considering gold in the west is often found., But In d. it said to help the production so why not use that to contribute to it.

It is D. It contrubted to the opening of the western frontier.