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Question 8 • United States History and Geography

How did the development of the Bessemer process affect the growth of cities?

Answer
A
It led to the invention of electricity, which supported expanding factories.
B
It enabled the mass production of steel, which was used to build new factories.
C
It enabled the mass production of steel, which was used to build new universities.
D
It led to the invention of the telegraph, which made business communications more efficient.

Explanation

The Bessemer process made steel much faster and cheaper to produce. Steel was then used to construct more factories and other city infrastructure, supporting urban growth. The correct choice is C: it enabled the mass production of steel used to build new factories.

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