The township and range system
A) established a gridlike pattern for much of present-day land use in the United States.
B) is in use nearly everywhere in the world.
C) was used for navigation by early pioneers, traders, and explorers in North America.
D) established a gridlike pattern for much of present-day Europe and the United States.
E) was used throughout Europe until the mid-1800s, after which the United States adopted it.

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The township and range system established a gridlike pattern for much of present-day land use in the United States. It was used to divide and sell land in the western territories during the 19th century.

The Township and Range System