Which statement best differentiates between the Rust Belt region and the rest of the United States?(1 point)

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The Rust Belt is a functional region characterized by similar historic economic activity, specifically, agriculture.
The Rust Belt is a functional region characterized by similar historic economic activity, specifically, agriculture.

The Rust Belt is a functional region characterized by similar historic economic activity, specifically, manufacturing.
The Rust Belt is a functional region characterized by similar historic economic activity, specifically, manufacturing.

The Rust Belt is a formal region surrounded by functional regions.
The Rust Belt is a formal region surrounded by functional regions.

The Rust Belt is a perceptual region that is commonly referred to as such because of its past prominence as an ecoregion.
The Rust Belt is a perceptual region that is commonly referred to as such because of its past prominence as an ecoregion.
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The statement that best differentiates the Rust Belt region from the rest of the United States is:

"The Rust Belt is a functional region characterized by similar historic economic activity, specifically, manufacturing."

This statement accurately reflects the economic history and identity of the Rust Belt, which is known for its industrial and manufacturing activity, particularly in steel and automobile production.