Based on this introduction to a resolution, what effect did the Erie Canal have on the economy?
(1) It fortified U. S. military strength along the NY border with Canada
(2) It damaged the agricultural economy of the Western states
(3) It contributed to growing industrialization in towns and cities along its route.
(4) It forced western farmers to find new markets outside the United States

(3) It contributed to growing industrialization in towns and cities along its route.

Explanation:

The Erie Canal was a vital and most important construction that was built around 19th century. It brought the industrialization of most states along the canal. It brought about the economic transformation in New York and other cities located along the canal.

The canal was of important value because it connect the  Atlantic ocean with the Great lake which resulted into the western parts of the states being opened . The can bring about new market being created for goods transport system developed.

It must however be noted that before the canal was built, there was slow transport system and  the movement of goods was expensive