How did advances in transportation affect Georgia?
A. It helped people leave Georgia and move to other states
B. It allowed for expansion and modernization of the economy
C. It destroyed jobs and created urban problems
D. It increased rail transportation and decreased highway transportation
B. It allowed for expansion and modernization of the economy
Advances in transportation, such as the development of railroads, highways, and airports, helped Georgia to connect with other states and regions, facilitating the movement of goods, people, and services. This increased trade, tourism, and economic activity, leading to the expansion and modernization of the state's economy.