Which of the following is not a reason why rivers were important to early trade?
A.
Waterways allowed for faster travel than land routes.
B.
They were a system of canals and devices to limit, store, and move water.
C.
They created more opportunities to trade with neighboring settlements.
D.
They encouraged growth, since more people sought to live in urban areas as trade centers grew.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.