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Which best describes why industry existed in the larger American port cities before industrialization?

A)The railroad linked these cities to the rest of the country.
B)The industry was established by the British military in the colonial period.
C)These cities were built on rivers and harbors and had plenty of workers.
D)Entrepreneurs lived in these cities and started businesses there.

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User PalashV
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Answer:

a

Step-by-step explanation:

industry grew after the railway was built from east coast to west coast ports

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User Spicydog
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Answer:

The correct answer is C

Step-by-step explanation:

its right on edge

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User Paul Morie
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