Asked by wholemelt
How did steam locomotives lower the cost of transporting raw materials and finished goods?
They cost nothing to run because they ran on steam.
They could transport many materials or goods at once.
They were uncomplicated and inexpensive to build.
They were safe and cut the chance of costly accidents.
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They could transport many materials or goods at once.
Steam locomotives moved large, heavy loads quickly and reliably over long distances, producing much lower cost per ton-mile (economies of scale and lower rolling resistance). They still required fuel and were expensive to build and maintain, so the other choices are incorrect.
Steam locomotives moved large, heavy loads quickly and reliably over long distances, producing much lower cost per ton-mile (economies of scale and lower rolling resistance). They still required fuel and were expensive to build and maintain, so the other choices are incorrect.
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