Question

Which describes a major advantage of steamboats over other vessels?

Answer 1

Steam boats are able to move faster and farther for longer and safer than other boats

Answer 2

The major advantage that the steam boat had over other vessels was that it could travel for a longer distance at the shortest possible time. It did not have to wait for the wind direction and speed. The steam boats could also travel against the current very easily. The steamboats resulted in the increase in trade.