Question

Which of the following factors helped allow for irrigated farming in the arid southwest of the United States?

Answer 1

The intricate river systems (Rio Grande, Colorado River) was the factor that helped allow for irrigated farming in the arid southwest of the United States.

Answer 2

The correct answer is - The intricate river systems.

The people living in the arid areas of the southwestern part of the United States used the intricate river systems, such as the Colorado River and the Rio Grande, in order to be able to practice farming in this region. These rivers provided both, freshwater for drinking, and water for irrigation of the plants, and this enabled people in this are to able to have stable food source and create settlements.