Question

The intention of the homestead act was to provide undeveloped land as a solution to economic challenges that many faced in the united states which of he following was a flaw in the act?A The homestead did not allow women, africain americans, or immagrants to aquire land B people could acquire land but could not afford necessary tools C land available was not fertile D railroad companies and corporations acquired land under false pretenses to further profits

Answer 1

The flaw in the Homestead Act was option D: railroad companies and corporations acquired land under false pretenses to further profits. This refers to the practice where railroad companies and other large corporations took advantage of loopholes in the act or used deceptive tactics to obtain vast amounts of land meant for individual homesteaders. By acquiring large portions of land, these entities aimed to expand their influence and increase their profits, often at the expense of potential homesteaders who were unable to access the desired land.

~~~Harsha~~~