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What was "Seward's Folly"?

A) the annexation
B) the mismanagement of the transcontinental railroad
C) the failed sewer system in New York City
D) the purchase of Alaska

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Answer:

The answer is D) the purchase of Alaska.

Step-by-step explanation:

It was called Seward's Folly because the United States Secretary of State, William Seward, purchased Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million. Hope this helped :)

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