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AP US History
Unit 2 – Colonial Society, 1607–1754
Topic 2.4
How might an early discovery and widespread adoption of steam power by European colonizers affect transatlantic trade during this period?
The speed and efficiency of cargo transport could vastly improve, boosting trade volume.
They may abandon maritime routes due to high fuel cost.
The colonization process may slow down due to technological focus.
Native Americans might adopt this technology quickly, altering power dynamics dramatically.
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