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13 of 2013 of 20 Items
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Question


The Chattahoochee River runs from north Georgia southward to the state's border with Florida. Despite being over 400 miles long, it is not a major artery for trade. Why is this the case?
Responses
A People have not thought about using it for trade.People have not thought about using it for trade.
B The Mississippi River is much longer than the Chattahoochee.The Mississippi River is much longer than the Chattahoochee.
C Florida forbids boats from passing into Georgia without paying high fees.Florida forbids boats from passing into Georgia without paying high fees.
D Parts of the Chattahoochee contain waterfalls that are impossible for boats to get around.Parts of the Chattahoochee contain waterfalls that are impossible for boats to get around.

Answer 1

The best answer to the question regarding why the Chattahoochee River is not a major artery for trade is:

**D** Parts of the Chattahoochee contain waterfalls that are impossible for boats to get around.

This response accurately identifies a significant physical barrier that would limit navigation and therefore the use of the river for trade.