Question

Which statement best explains how the Louisiana Purchase helped the U.S. Economy? A. It made it easier for Native Americans living along the Mississippi River to sell furs to people in Europe. B. It enabled aristocrats from other countries to establish large estates along the Mississippi River. C. It made it easier for cities along the Mississippi River to trade with cities on the East Coast and in other countries. D. It enabled immigrants from other countries to find jobs on steamboats on the Mississippi River.

Answer 1

Answer:

The right answer is:

C. It made it easier for cities along the Mississippi River to trade with cities on the East Coast and in other countries.

Explanation:

The Louisiana Purchase doubled the size of the US territory, gave an enormous boost to trade and business activities, and encouraged westward expansion.

Answer 2

Answer:

It made it easier for cities along the Mississippi River to trade with cities on the East Coast and in other countries.

Explanation:

In the 1700s and early 1800s, the easiest way to move products long distances by water. The Louisiana Purchase gave the United States control of the Mississippi River and the city of New Orleans, which was the gateway to the Gulf of Mexico. Thus, the Louisiana Purchase made it easier for cities along the Mississippi River to trade with cities on the East Coast and in other countries.