What impact did Robert Fulton have on farmers?(1 point)

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His development of the steamboat allowed for cheap transportation of crops.
His development of the steamboat allowed for cheap transportation of crops.

His invention of the steam engine led to a growth in the meat packing industry.
His invention of the steam engine led to a growth in the meat packing industry.

His development of better roadways connected farmers to the east coast.
His development of better roadways connected farmers to the east coast.

His development of a canal system helped irrigate dry farmland.
His development of a canal system helped irrigate dry farmland.

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The correct response is:

His development of the steamboat allowed for cheap transportation of crops.

Robert Fulton’s innovation of the steamboat significantly improved the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of transporting agricultural products, benefiting farmers by allowing them to ship their goods more easily and at lower costs.