Why was Rome’s location so important?

Rome's location on the Italian peninsula, and the Tiber River, provided access to trade routes on the Mediterranean Sea. As a result, trade was an important part of life in ancient Rome. ... Later, the Roman armies used these same routes to conquer large amounts of territory and expand the empire along the Mediterranean.

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i am not 100% positive but i think it is is b. both are non-partisan jobs

i am pretty sure that members of congress have term limits, can be impeached, and are nominated through direct popular vote.