Question

How did the invention of the steam engine affect transportation?(1 point)
Responses

John Fitch’s steam engine made travel along the river faster, but it was more expensive.
John Fitch’s steam engine made travel along the river faster, but it was more expensive.

DeWitt Clinton’s invention was faster, but people preferred to travel along the rutted roads.
DeWitt Clinton’s invention was faster, but people preferred to travel along the rutted roads.

Henry Shreve’s modified steamboat could carry more without getting stuck on the riverbed.

Answer 1

Henry Shreve’s modified steamboat could carry more without getting stuck on the riverbed.