The national government helped to finance transcontinental railroad construction in the late 19th century by providing railroad corporations with

A. cash grants from new taxes.
B. land grants and loans.
C. cash grants from higher tariffs.
D. reduced prices for iron and steel.
E. aid for construction of railroad stations.


Answer: B

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