Question

The introduction of railroads, described in the passage,

caused rapid change in Great Britain for which of the
following reasons?
O Manufacturers gained access to better machines for
their factories.
O Laborers earned higher wages from working on
railroad construction.
O The railroad's benefits extended to virtually all
aspects of the economy.
O Building railroads required new mines to be dug to
supply the iron needed.

Answer 1

C: The railroad's benefits extended to virtually all

aspects of the economy.

Step-by-step explanation:

The railroads were a big breakthrough, stimulating the economy through requiring materials (which created jobs for miners) and allowing for more efficient transport of materials and products.