How did mineral discoveries affect western settlement?

They allowed towns to eliminate taxes.

They encouraged thousands of people to seek their fortunes.

They caused entrepreneurs to limit settlement.

They provided funds for eastern industries.

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How did mineral discoveries affect western settlement?

       They allowed towns to eliminate taxes.

       They encouraged thousands of people to seek their fortunes.

       They caused entrepreneurs to limit settlement.

       They provided funds for eastern industries.

anonymous · Answer

They encouraged thousands of people to seek their fortunes.
; this is what lead to Western expansion

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

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