Select the four reasons why eastern luxuries were expensive.
-production difficulties
-distance they had to be brought
-danger from pirates and robbers
-discounts to large carriers
-high wages for workers
-frequent loading and unloading
-taxes en route

American express has a long history of working for the good of all in its new york community. in 1885, it engaged its employees to raise money to build the pedestal of the statue of liberty, and today has a program to restore, preserve and revitalize historic sites in new york city. these actions by american express are partial fulfillment of the the firm has established for itself as a corporate citizen.