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CLEP US History I

Category - Economy

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The Erie Canal helped spur the development of infrastructure in the United States because:
  1. Its central location connected the North and the South.
  2. It inspired competition among the states.
  3. It was the first of several projects built as part of a federal government-issued initiative.
  4. It eliminated conflicts of water rights.
  5. It increased transportation costs, encouraging local developments.
Explanation
Answer: B - The success of the Erie Canal inspired competition among other states to develop infrastructure. Upon its completion in 1825, its 363-mile path through upstate New York represented one of the greatest engineering feats of the age. It also dramatically lowered the cost of shipping and caused town to spring up along its route, even before construction was completed. It also marked one of the first steps in the construction of canals and railroads that would connect the regions of the United States.
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