The Total Factor Productivity of Railroads Increase Dramatically in the Antebellum

question 13

Multiple Choice

The total factor productivity of railroads increase dramatically in the antebellum period.  All of the following factors are responsible for the increase in productivity except:

• A) standardization of the gauge of railroad tracks.
• B) the introduction of refrigerated railroad cars.
• C) increased size of railroad cars.
• D) increased use of existing capital.

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