which of the following contributed to the cattle ranching boom?
technical advances
falling crop prices
expansion of the railroads
dry farming
soo confused...!
Think about this question.
Only one of these answers can possibly be correct. In other words ask yourself and check your text to ask how each of these could contribute to many more cattle being raised in an area, especially the plains and western states.
what is dry farming?
http://www.google.com/search?source=ig&hl=en&rlz=1G1GGLQ_ENUS314&q=dry+farming&aq=f
so that's the answer
That Google search answers your question about dry farming.
is it also the answer to this question?
Don't worry, I can help you understand which of the options contributed to the cattle ranching boom. Let's break it down one by one:
1. Technical advances: The advancement of technology, such as the development of barbed wire or improvements in breeds and veterinary care, could have contributed to the cattle ranching boom. These advances made it easier and more efficient for ranchers to manage and raise cattle.
2. Falling crop prices: This factor is not directly related to cattle ranching. Falling crop prices would affect farmers who grow crops rather than ranchers who raise livestock.
3. Expansion of the railroads: The expansion of railways played a significant role in the cattle ranching boom. Railroads provided a faster and more efficient means of transporting cattle to markets across the country. This increased access to markets and allowed ranchers to sell their cattle at better prices.
4. Dry farming: Dry farming mainly refers to agricultural practices used in regions with limited water resources. While it might indirectly impact the availability of grazing land for cattle, it is not a direct contributor to the cattle ranching boom.
Based on the above analysis, the options that contributed to the cattle ranching boom are: technical advances and the expansion of the railroads.