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Why did railroads have a greater impact on American society than did canals and steamboats?

(1 point)

The government funded railroad construction.

People enjoyed riding on trains more than on steamboats.

Railroads cost less to build and trains provided faster transport.

Canals and steamboats did not connect farmers to cities.

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Railroads cost less to build (than canals in many regions) and provided faster, year‑round, more flexible transport, so answer: (3).