Question

Which of the following was an effect of the increased use of canals and railroads in the mid-1800s?
Group of answer choices

Cotton cultivation increased.

Settlement of the West Coast started.

Shipping costs dropped significantly.

Communication speed decreased greatly.

Answer 1

Answer:

Shipping costs dropped significantly.

Explanation:

• Due to the development of canal roads, the cost for transportation decreased significantly.
• The trains could carry a large amount of goods hence promoting efficiency in the transports industry.
• It also reduced congestion, sine this canals could not have traffic jams that lead to congestion.
• Communication among people also became faster and efficient.