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Robert Fulton's invention of the steam-powered locomotive made travel across land much quicker.
Henry Shreve's modified steamboat could carry more without getting stuck on the riverbed.
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.
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The correct statement regarding the effect of the invention of the steam engine on transportation is:
Henry Shreve's modified steamboat could carry more without getting stuck on the riverbed.
This highlights how innovations in steam technology improved the capacity and efficiency of river travel, enabling larger loads and faster transport on waterways.
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