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Why did railroads have a greater impact on American society than did canals and steamboats?
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Why did railroads have a greater impact on American society than did canals and steamboats?

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The main reason why railroads had a greater impact on American society than did canals and steamboats is because they were far more extensive in their reach and scope, and could carry farm more goods for far greater distances than steamboats. 
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