The rapid development of railroads in the United States was accomplished _____________________.
A. in large measure through the investment of European banking firms
B. exclusively through the support of a large number of small investors
C. with the assistance of some of the largest government subsidies ever granted
D. almost entirely through the investment of a handful of shrewd millionaires
Answer: C
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