What Is the Most Accurate Statement About the Fraction of the US

question 5

Multiple Choice

What is the most accurate statement about the fraction of the US population that lived in urban areas between 1800 and 1910?

• A) The fraction of the US population that lived in urban areas grew steadily throughout the period.
• B) The fraction of the US population that lived in urban areas decreased steadily throughout the period.
• C) In 1910, about 85% of the US population lived in cities over 100,000 people.
• D) In 1800, more than half of the US population lived in towns over 2,500 people.