Question

Why did the United States purchase the Louisiana territory? (1 point) Responses The land had become a destination for runaway slaves. The land had become a destination for runaway slaves. The land contained great mineral wealth. The land contained great mineral wealth. The land established a border between the United States and Mexico. The land established a border between the United States and Mexico. The land allowed room for the population to expand.

Answer 1

The land allowed room for the population to expand.