What were the effects of the interstate highway system? Select the three that apply.

Question

(3 points)
• It caused a decline in air travel.
• It connected suburban areas to metropolitan areas.
• Highway construction projects created jobs.
• It enabled people to drive longer distances at faster speeds.

Answer 1

The three effects of the interstate highway system that apply are:

1. It connected suburban areas to metropolitan areas.
2. Highway construction projects created jobs.
3. It enabled people to drive longer distances at faster speeds.

The statement about causing a decline in air travel is not correct; the interstate highway system generally complemented air travel, providing an alternative for shorter distances.