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The fall line is the widest point along the middle of a river, so travel was easier.
The fall line is the widest point along the middle of a river, so travel was easier.
The fall line is where rivers converge, which was beneficial for trade.
The fall line is where rivers converge, which was beneficial for trade.
The fall line follows the ridge of the Appalachian Mountains, providing access inland where goods could be traded.
The fall line follows the ridge of the Appalachian Mountains, providing access inland where goods could be traded.
The fall line is where rivers are no longer navigable by ships traveling in from the ocean, so goods had to be offloaded.
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The correct response is:
The fall line is where rivers are no longer navigable by ships traveling in from the ocean, so goods had to be offloaded.
This is a key reason why cities often developed at the fall line, as it marked a transition between navigable river and non-navigable terrain, making it a strategic location for trade and transportation.
