(Q.4) Decline of PA Industries: Question is in the photo below ### Pennsylvania's Population Decline in the Late 20th Century**Question:**In the 19th century, Pennsylvania was consistently ranked second in overall population. By 1990, the state slipped to fifth most populous in the nation. What factor contributed to this decline?**Options:**- **People had been stuck in Pennsylvania for years. Improvements in transportation helped them finally escape in the late 20th century.** - **A popular magazine declared Pennsylvania to be part of the Rust Belt, driving away potential citizens.** - **Working-age people abandoned the state in search of employment.** - **The Three Mile Island disaster drove many people away from the state.**This question explores the possible reasons behind the population decline in Pennsylvania during the late 20th century. These reasons include transportation improvements, cultural perceptions, economic migration, and environmental disasters. Understanding the primary cause can help in the study of demographic changes and their implications for the state’s infrastructure and economy.

Throughout history, states have experienced fluctuations in population that can shape their social,…

years. Improvements in transportation helped them finally escape in the late 20th century. O A popular magazine declared Pennsylvania to be part of the Rust Belt, driving away potential citizens. O Working-age people abandoned the state in search of employment. O The Three Mile Island disaster drove many people away from the state.

years. Improvements in transportation helped them finally escape in the late 20th century. O A popular magazine declared Pennsylvania to be part of the Rust Belt, driving away potential citizens. O Working-age people abandoned the state in search of employment. O The Three Mile Island disaster drove many people away from the state.