The Northeast became the center of early-nineteenth-century American industry because it had
a. a superior transportation system.
b. abundant water power.
c. its narrow belt of stony soil made farming difficult and hence manufacturing attractive.
d. a local supply of raw materials used in manufacturing.
e. a relatively large labor supply.
b, c, e
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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