The city of New Orleans was an important factor in Thomas Jefferson's desire to purchase the Louisiana Territory from France. Which of these is a primary reason for Jefferson's desire? Responses A New Orleans was key to accessing and controlling trade on the Mississippi River.New Orleans was key to accessing and controlling trade on the Mississippi River. B Jefferson was concerned that New Orleans would fall into the hands of Great Britain.Jefferson was concerned that New Orleans would fall into the hands of Great Britain. C New Orleans was important to keeping a balance of "free" and "slave" areas in the country.New Orleans was important to keeping a balance of "free" and "slave" areas in the country. D Jefferson need to be assured that French culture would be limited and eventually eliminated here.

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The primary reason for Thomas Jefferson's desire to purchase the Louisiana Territory from France was:

A. New Orleans was key to accessing and controlling trade on the Mississippi River.

New Orleans was a vital port for trade and transportation of goods, especially for the western territories of the United States, making its control extremely important for the economic interests of the nation.

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