How was the Cattle Kingdom's growth linked to urban easterners?
A) The food needs of urban areas in the East aided the economic growth of the West.
B) Small urban investment fueled the Cattle Kingdom's growth.
C) The expansion of the shipping industry helped transport meat throughout the United States.
D) Cowboys often made fortunes in ranching and then retired to the eastern cities.
Answer: A
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