Which of the Following Was an Effect of Opening the Erie

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was an effect of opening the Erie Canal?

• A)It connected Albany to the Gulf of Mexico.
• B)It dramatically reduced freight rates.
• C)It led to less canal construction in other parts of the country.
• D)It decreased shipping through the port of New York.
• E)It helped cause New York to go bankrupt due to its cost.

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