how were muckrakers able to influence Americans society and ultimately inspire reform?
a. They led frequent marches and strikes.
b. They worked as government officials.
c. They contributed photographs and articles to magazines.
d. They controlled factories and labor unions.
c. They contributed photographs and articles to magazines.
Muckrakers were able to influence American society by exposing corruption, social injustices, and other issues through their investigative journalism in magazines and newspapers. Their work shed light on issues such as child labor, unsafe working conditions, political corruption, and food and drug safety, ultimately leading to public awareness and outcry. This inspired reform efforts and legislative changes aimed at addressing these issues.