Railroad Carloadings Have Declined Since 1900

question 24

Multiple Choice

Railroad carloadings have declined since 1900. What is the primary reason for the decline?

• A) competition by foreign transportation
• B) fuel efficient smaller cars
• C) reduction in line trackage
• D) larger cars and increasing car productivity

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