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Which sentence could the author add to the History section of “The Chattahoochee River” to BEST support the distinctions between the uses of the river in its earlier history and in the modern era?

A
Although the Chattahoochee has always offered and continues to offer a source of fresh water, the river now provides a means of transportation as well.
B
Although the Chattahoochee has always formed natural boundaries within the state, it now is the primary source of drinking water for the citizens of the Atlanta area.

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During its earlier history, the Confederate army used the shoreline to support a line of fortifications to protect Atlanta; Georgia now uses the river close to Atlanta to support industry.

D
During its earlier history, the Chattahoochee primarily served as a natural boundary, source of water, and a mode of transportation; the river now continues to offer natural boundaries and a source of water, but also supports industry and recreation.

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Answer:

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. Although the Chattahoochee has always offered and continues to offer a source of fresh water, the river now provides a means of transportation as well.

Step-by-step explanation:

  • The Chattahoochee River runs from the North Florida to the southern border of the states. The river source lies in the blue ridge mountains and is a major source of water for the people of the region. And runs about 430 miles long and makes the largest pat pf the drainage basin. And earlier was inhabited by the indigenous people.
  • This river forms strategic place at the time of the American civil war and with the recent improvement the over is a major source of navigation of the commercial traffic and the development of the hydroelectricity.
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