The Erie Canal did all of the following EXCEPT:
A) stretch from Albany to Buffalo
B) dramatically reduce freight rates
C) inspire more canal construction
D) increase shipping through the port of New York
E) bankrupt New York State with its huge cost

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The Erie Canal did not bankrupt New York State with its huge cost. In fact, it proved to be a highly profitable investment in the long run, as it facilitated trade and transportation and led to economic growth in the region.

The Erie Canal Did All of the Following EXCEPT