Question
How did the Erie Canal impact trade between the East Coast and the Midwest? (1 point)
• it caused a decreased in trade and economic decline
• It led a shift and trade to the West Coast
• It had no effect on trade
• it increased trade and reduced transportation cost
• it caused a decreased in trade and economic decline
• It led a shift and trade to the West Coast
• It had no effect on trade
• it increased trade and reduced transportation cost
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The correct answer is: **it increased trade and reduced transportation cost**.
The Erie Canal, completed in 1825, significantly improved transportation between the East Coast and the Midwest, facilitating the movement of goods and people. This development lowered transportation costs, making trade more efficient and boosting economic activity in both regions.
The Erie Canal, completed in 1825, significantly improved transportation between the East Coast and the Midwest, facilitating the movement of goods and people. This development lowered transportation costs, making trade more efficient and boosting economic activity in both regions.