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Which energy source did most early factories use to drive their machines?
Which energy source did most early factories use to drive their machines?
- Water power (correct)
- Steam power
- Solar power
- Wind power
Who developed a new kind of steam engine in 1768?
Who developed a new kind of steam engine in 1768?
- Matthew Boulton
- James Watt (correct)
- Thomas Newcomen
- Richard Arkwright
Why did factory owners turn to steam engines instead of water power?
Why did factory owners turn to steam engines instead of water power?
- Steam engines were cleaner
- Steam engines were faster
- Steam engines were cheaper
- Steam engines were more reliable (correct)
