Why did Islamic extremists from al-Qaeda choose the World Trade Center towers in New York City as the site to plow two hijacked airplanes into on September 11, 2001?
A) They housed anti-terrorist offices that were investigating al-Qaeda.
B) President George W. Bush was scheduled to appear at the World Trade Center that day.
C) They symbolized American dominance of the world economy.
D) They were the tallest targets in the planes' flight paths.

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The World Trade Center towers were chosen because they were seen as symbols of American economic power and dominance, representing the global influence of the United States' economy.

Why Did Islamic Extremists from Al-Qaeda Choose the World Trade