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In History / College | 2025-07-06

Which type of transportation did not begin to offer long-distance service at reasonable rates until the 1850s?

A. Railroads
B. Clipper ships
C. Canals

Asked by alexvhardman

Answer (2)

Clipper ships did not begin to offer long-distance service at reasonable rates until the 1850s, primarily due to their high costs despite their speed. Railroads and canals had already established more economical long-distance transport before this. Thus, in the context of improving transportation options, clipper ships were the ones that lagged behind in affordability at that time. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06

The type of transportation that did not begin to offer long-distance service at reasonable rates until the 1850s is B. Clipper ships. Despite being fast, the cost of operating clipper ships made them less accessible compared to railroads and canals, which had already established more economical services. Railroads, in particular, rapidly reduced transportation costs during this time, making them a more viable option for long-distance travel.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-07

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