The dramatic growth of American cities between 1800 and 1860
a. led to a lower death rate.
b. contributed to a decline in the birthrate.
c. resulted in unsanitary conditions in many communities.
d. forced the federal government to slow immigration.
e. sparked federal, state, and local governments to develop urban public transportation networks and an array of social services to manage this growth during this period.
c
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