Which statement best summarizes the impact of the Transcontinental Railroad?
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Correct answer: It connected the nation, boosted economic growth, and accelerated westward expansion
The Transcontinental Railroad transformed the United States by linking regions, improving transportation, and promoting economic growth. It played a key role in shaping the nation's development.
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