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How did the location of the city of Rome help its economy grow?

The island location allowed for fishing.
Fertile farmland supported crop production.
The Tiber River limited competition for trade.
The Apennines protected the northern border.

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Fertile farmland supported crop production.

Explanation: Rome sat on the fertile plains of Latium, which produced grain, olives, and wine to feed the city and support trade. The Tiber River also aided trade by linking Rome to the sea, while the surrounding hills gave defensive advantages.