Question

question 23 of 24 how did the development of the steam engine lead to major social changes during the industrial revolution? a. people had to compete for scarce resources such as water and coal. b. people became less interested in politics and more interested in science. c. people were able to travel more easily to remote parts of the world. d. people grew wealthier as well - paying coal mining jobs became abundant.

Explanation:

During the Industrial Revolution, advancements in transportation (like steamships, railways) were key. Option A: Competition for resources like water/coal was more about industrial production needs, not a main social change from transport. Option B: Industrial Revolution didn't make people less interested in politics; in fact, political movements (e.g., labor rights) grew. Option D: Coal mining jobs expanded, not became abandoned, as coal was vital for industry. Option C is correct as improved transport (from industrial tech) let people travel to remote areas, impacting trade, migration, cultural exchange—major social changes.

Answer:

C. People were able to travel more easily to remote parts of the world.