Question

Why was standardization of tracks and time zones important for railroads?

Answer 1

It is important because it lessens, minimize, or reduce competition in the western part of the country, they can determine accurately the time zone of one town from another town – for example, one town might have 6 am whenever the sun rises and another town had 6 am 10 minutes later, they made it possible for towns to lay their own tracks and most importantly; they provide greater efficiency in production, safety, and scheduling.

Answer 2

Answer: They offered greater efficiency in production, safety, and scheduling

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