What is the most likely reason that the steam locomotive was developed soon after the steamboat?

The steamboat was useful only for transporting goods, not people.
The locomotive used the same technology but could travel more broadly.
The steamboat was practical only in England, which is an island.
The locomotive used more efficient technology and was less expensive.

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What is the most likely reason that the steam locomotive was developed soon after the steamboat?

The steamboat was useful only for transporting goods, not people.
The locomotive used the same technology but could travel more broadly.
The steamboat was practical only in England, which is an island.
The locomotive used more efficient technology and was less expensive.

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

I don't know but I think this site will help. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steamboat

anonymous · Answer

Which of these developments helped launch the Industrial Revolution? Check all that apply.

Demand for goods increased.
More families produced their own food.
Populations grew rapidly.
Many people moved back to rural areas.
Landowners hired more workers.

anonymous · Answer

its ok help me with this one then

anonymous · Answer

what do you think?

anonymous · Answer

this one I don't know. I hope someone else can help you.

anonymous · Answer

What is the best definition of the term “cottage industry”?

a group of cottages that serves as a factory
a group or community that starts an industry together
people who leave their homes to work for industries
people who produce goods out of their homes

anonymous · Answer

please ask a new question instead of dumping them all in one thread, thanks