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positive: Railroads made it easier for people to travel long distances. They also helped many industries to grow.

negative: Caused Corruption among the society. One of the most well-known cases of corruption was the Credit Mobilier scandal.

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What was one effect of growth of railroads in the us?

One significant effect of the growth of railroads in the U.S. was the acceleration of westward expansion. Railroads facilitated the movement of people, goods, and resources across vast distances, making it easier for settlers to travel to and establish communities in the West. This expansion contributed to economic growth, increased trade, and the development of new markets, while also impacting the indigenous populations and reshaping the American landscape.


What were some positive and negative effects of rapid industrial growth?

An increase in life expectancy, and growth of cities were positive, but pollution and economic redistribution were seen as bad. ChaCha On!


What positive and negative effects did railroads have on the US. western frontier?

positive effects, yo: i think that the growth of railroads in the US probably helped the economy because people were able to use them for travel which in turn added income to the economy by them having to purchase tickets. another way positive effect would probably be that we were able to ship and receive imports and exports alot faster using the railroad systems. negative effects, yo: the only negative effects that i can think of would be that it definitely polluted our environment, and that it took alot of money away from the country's budget to build railroads and purchase locomotives.


Did World War 2 have a negative effect no effect or a positive effect on Georgia's economy?

World War 2 had a positive effect on Georgia's economy. The war led to increased demand for goods and services, which boosted industrial production in the state. Georgia's military bases also provided employment opportunities, and the influx of federal spending stimulated economic growth.


The decade that witnessed the most growth in American railroads was the?

1850s

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What was one effect of growth of railroads in the us?

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the turnpike was the invention that made the growth of railroads possible


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An increase in life expectancy, and growth of cities were positive, but pollution and economic redistribution were seen as bad. ChaCha On!


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