Question

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Which was a major reason for establishing the nation's new capital on the Potomac River between Maryland and Virginia?


A.
The site was centrally located between the northern and southern states.


B.
No state wanted the nation's capital within its borders, so unclaimed land was needed.


C.
The site was easy to defend because of the high mountains surrounding it.


D.
The city of Washington was already a thriving port on established trade routes.

Answer 1

i pretty sure its d

Answer 2

Has to be d