Which of the following factors most influenced second-wave immigrants (the "New Immigration") to settle in cities in the U.S.?

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The second-wave immigrants to the US were largely from countries like Italy, Poland, and Russia, and many of them settled in cities in search of industrial and manual labor jobs. Occupation was a significant factor in their choice of settlement location. While education (A) and religion (D) may have played a role, they were likely not as influential as the need for employment. Gender ratios (B) may have affected family formation and household structures, but would not have been the primary reason for settlement.

Which of the Following Factors Most Influenced Second-Wave Immigrants (The