Which statement correctly describes an effect of the railroads’ monopoly on transportation to and from

Washington?
(1 point)
Railroads could set high prices without fear of competition.
Railroads had to rely on immigrants to lay track and run trains.
Railroads were able to pay better wages than farmers and other businesses.
Railroads controlled so much land that mining companies had to shut down

Railroads could set high prices without fear of competition.