Which of the following best explains why trade among the colonies flourished?

Question

Group of answer choices

Existing trade routes were well-maintained by Native Americans.

Colonies were founded with specific trade agreements in place.

The colonies had developed large fleets of trading ships.

The different regions specialized in different crops.

Answer 1

The best explanation for why trade among the colonies flourished is:

The different regions specialized in different crops.

This specialization allowed for the exchange of goods that were abundantly produced in one region for those available in another, facilitating trade and economic interdependence among the colonies.