What Significant Government Infrastructure Project Led to the Development of National

question 14

Multiple Choice

What significant government infrastructure project led to the development of national stock and commodity markets?

• A)Transcontinental Railroad
• B)Erie Canal
• C)Union Pacific Railroad
• D)Prime Meridian Conference
• E)Central Pacific Railroad

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