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Pea0909berry

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on: Jun 19, 2018
In the period between 1870 and 1920, what installations seemed to become more important than ports for transport in the new industrial economy?
 
 

a. Railroad stations c. Bus stations
  b. Electric power plants d. Airports



Question 2

In 1860, which of these port cities had at least 100,000 people?
 
 

a. Washington, D.C. c. Miami
  b. Philadelphia d. Tampa Bay



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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Railroad stations demonstrated the increasing importance of trains in transporting manufactured products.



Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Philadelphia, along with eight other American port cities, had at least 100,000 people.



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