Question

How did the construction of the Erie Canal impact industrialization in the United States? It led to the opening of fully mechanized textile mills. It reduced the cost of transportation of goods. It resulted in the growth of the factory system. It encouraged people to move from rural to urban areas.

Answer 1

It reduced the cost of transportation of goods.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Erie Canal connected Lake Erie and the Hudson River, aiming to improve access to the West by creating a cheaper and faster route for transport and it did. Construction began in 1817 and was completed by 1825.

The time to ship goods from Buffalo to NY was shortened from 20 days to 6 after its construction and the costs per ton reduced from 100 dollars to 5. All of this started the Commerce Revolution because the Canal created an economic boom.

Answer 2

"It reduced the cost of transportation of goods" is the correct answer. During this time it was far easier and cheaper to move goods on water than on land.