What led to the erosion of rail dominance in U.S.transportation?
A) Passenger air service in the 1920s
B) Government funded construction of roads
C) Steel price increase
D) Coal price increase

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The government funded construction of roads led to the increase in popularity and usage of automobiles and trucks, which provided more flexible and personalized transportation options than rail. This ultimately led to the erosion of rail dominance in U.S. transportation as people and industries shifted towards other forms of transportation.

What Led to the Erosion of Rail Dominance in U