Answered

Explore Westonci.ca, the leading Q&A site where experts provide accurate and helpful answers to all your questions. Find reliable answers to your questions from a wide community of knowledgeable experts on our user-friendly Q&A platform. Explore comprehensive solutions to your questions from knowledgeable professionals across various fields on our platform.

How did Richard Sears become rich because of the new Transcontinental Railroad?

Sagot :

Answer:

So he took possession of the watches on consignment and peddled them to station agents, farmers, train engineers and passers-by. He ended up making a net profit of $5000. Thrilled by the success of his enterprise, Sears set up a watch business and moved it to Chicago.