The Erie Canal

A. stimulated construction of other canals by other cities and states.
B. never repaid the original public investment, but stimulated migration and economic growth.
C. connected the Hudson and Ohio rivers.
D. was made financially feasible by the development of the steamboat.


Answer: A

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