Question

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In 1840, the population of Chicago was only 4,470. By 1900, the city's population was 1,698,575. Which factor contributed most to the population change?
African Americans escaping poverty and discrimination in the South.
The expansion of Chicago's boundaries into surrounding counties.
Chicago's location as a railroad hub between the East and the West.
Chicago's improvements in sanitation and health care.

Answer 1

"Chicago's location as a railroad hub between the East and the West" is the one factor among the choices given in the question that has contributed most to the population change. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the third option. I hope the answer has helped you.

Answer 2

Chicago's location as a railroad hub between the East and the West is the correct answer.