Apentix/AP US History/Unit 6: Period 6 (1865-1898)/Question
AP US Historyeasymcq1 pt

Andrew Carnegie's steel business achieved lower production costs primarily through

A.vertical integration, controlling raw materials, transportation, and manufacturing
B.horizontal integration, buying out his steel-making competitors
C.a government monopoly granted by Congress
D.refusing to adopt new steelmaking technology

Explanation

Core Concept

Carnegie owned iron and coal mines, railroads and steamships, and the mills that turned ore into steel. Controlling every stage eliminated middlemen and cut costs.

Correct Answer

Avertical integration, controlling raw materials, transportation, and manufacturing

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