Question

What was the main reason the navy was so important to the American overseas economy?

They were used to transport goods to other countries.

There was no purpose of the navy in economic endeavors, but only in battle.

To transport foreigners into the United States.

They needed to protect large merchant ships.

Answer 1

I believe the correct answer is c

Answer 2

It has to be C.

Step-by-step explanation:

There was no purpose of the Navy in economic endeavors but only in battle.