Path Dependence

Which option correctly connects Path Dependence with New York State?

The Adirondack region combines wilderness protection, private property, towns, tourism, and natural resources within one large landscape.
New York simultaneously connects the Atlantic coast, Great Lakes, Canadian border, Appalachian-related terrain, and major river valleys.
New York’s boundaries include land borders, international boundaries, lake and river boundaries, and a water boundary with Rhode Island.
The Hudson-Mohawk corridor demonstrates geographic path dependence: later canals, railways, roads, cities, and industries followed a long-favored route.

Correct answer(s):

The Hudson-Mohawk corridor demonstrates geographic path dependence: later canals, railways, roads, cities, and industries followed a long-favored route.

U.S. Economy

How does path dependence help explain modern Colorado?

Modern cities were located randomly
Historic mining and railroad patterns influenced later settlement and transport networks
Past infrastructure has no effect on present geography
Mining erased all later development

Correct answer(s):

Historic mining and railroad patterns influenced later settlement and transport networks

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