Compare the Chattahoochee and Savannah Rivers. Which statement BEST explains their different roles in Georgia's development?(1 point)

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The Savannah River was too shallow for transportation while the Chattahoochee was deep.
The Savannah River was too shallow for transportation while the Chattahoochee was deep.

The Chattahoochee River serves as a western border and water source for Atlanta, while the Savannah River serves ad the border with South Carolina and supported early colonial trade.
The Chattahoochee River serves as a western border and water source for Atlanta, while the Savannah River serves ad the border with South Carolina and supported early colonial trade.

Only the Chattahoochee River was used for transportation in colonial times.
Only the Chattahoochee River was used for transportation in colonial times.

The Savannah River flows north while the Chattahoochee flows south.

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The statement that BEST explains the different roles of the Chattahoochee and Savannah Rivers in Georgia's development is:

The Chattahoochee River serves as a western border and water source for Atlanta, while the Savannah River serves as the border with South Carolina and supported early colonial trade.

This statement highlights the geographical and economic significance of each river in the context of Georgia's development.