What effect did monopolies have on consumers in Washington during the
Gilded Age?
○ A. Monopolies forced consumers to pay more for goods and
services because there was little competition.
О B. Monopolies made it harder for consumers to find jobs because
there were fewer employers.
C. Monopolies limited the types of goods and services available
because they increased competition.
D. Monopolies gave consumers a wider range of choices because
there were more companies providing them.