Why was steam locomotive invented after the steam boat? . a. the steamboat was useful only for transporting goods, not people.. b. the locomotive used the same technology but could travel more broadly.. c. the steamboat was practical only in england, which is an island.. d. the locomotive used more efficient technology and was less expensive.

Why was steam locomotive invented after the steam boat?

Out of all the options shown above the one that best represents the main reason why the steam locomotive was invented after the steam boat is answer choice D) The locomotive used more efficient technology and was less expensive. The locomotive also had the ability to travel faster, across most terrains and even in winter, the locomotive was more useful than the steam boat.

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I think the reason why steam locomotive invented after the steamboat is : a. The steamboat was useful only for transporting goods, not people

Back then, the vessel is not large enough to carry enough people to the point where the business could become profitable

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