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Why was the National Road an important part of overland transportation in 1818?

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It was the only good route from Maryland to the Ohio River.

It was the only profitable turnpike in the United States.

It was the first turnpike built by chartered companies.

It was successfully funded by tolls.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
It was the only good route from Maryland to the Ohio River.

Explanation: By 1818 the National (Cumberland) Road provided the main reliable overland route west to the Ohio River, facilitating migration and trade.