The growth of railroads during the nineteenth century affected U. S. businesses by- * ​

Explanation:

being able to transfer goods at amazing rates

Explanation:

The growth of railroads during the 19th century (1800-1899) impacted small businesses in the middle of the US because they were able to move their business to an area they knew would be booming because of the amount of people that would move there during the Gold Rush.

i think it would be reparing roads  

it's a secular holiday. it is and was a custom developed to recognize the ending of a time and a wish for a good future. the kind of kiss you exchange, if you are single, is intended to predict what kind of year you will have in the coming year.

it is saying good bye to the last year with all its ups and downs, and hello to the new year, with all its hopes and dreams.