In the late 1800's, many business practices of the railroads led to

A. An increase in the unemployment rate
B. An increase in the demand for government regulation
C. A decrease in the demand for raw materials
D. A decrease in the variety of products available to consumers


Answer: B. An increase in the demand for government regulation

History

You might also like to view...

The Three Kingdoms era ended in Korea with the dominance of Koguryo

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

History

By 133 B.C.E., Rome had

A) claimed Jerusalem. B) been able to annex Gaul. C) conquered the territory to the east of the Danube River. D) been unsuccessful in defeating Carthage. E) provinces in Europe, Africa, and Asia.

History

Constantine moved his court to Constantinople (modern Istanbul). What were the consequences of removing the Roman emperor from Rome itself?

What will be an ideal response?

History

For which of the following are Elias Howe and Isaac Singer known?

A. The development of the ready made clothing industry. B. The drilling of the first commercially successful oil well in the United States. C. The building of the first skyscraper——the Home Insurance Building in Chicago. D. The creation of the first device to record sound and play it back.

History