How were steam-powered ships different from sailboats? A. Steamboats could travel against the current on a river. B. Sailboats could not travel against the current on a river as effectively. C. Sailboats could carry large cargoes. D. Steamboats could also carry large cargoes.
Geography · High School · Mon Jan 18 2021
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The correct answer is A. Steamboats could travel against the current on a river. Steam-powered ships, particularly steamboats, had the advantage of being able to navigate rivers more effectively, including traveling against the current. This was a significant improvement over sailboats, which relied on wind for propulsion and faced challenges when going against river currents. Steam-powered ships revolutionized transportation and trade, especially in areas with rivers and waterways.