a.
Which of the following was not a factor in the decline of the town of Dawson?
The railroad never laid the track necessary for Dawson to ship its coal.
b. Oil became the fuel of choice for many major industries.
Strikes by coal workers (due to discontent and poor working conditions) drove up coal prices.
d. Mechanical equipment replaced hand loading, which led to increased lay-offs to decrease costs.
C.
