The Industrial Age was ushered in by the invention of the steam engine. What did this invention lead to?

the use of irrigation for farming
the building of more factories near rivers and streams
the growth of the population in urban areas
the growth of the population in rural areas

Respuesta :

Answer:

the building of more factories near rivers and streams

Explanation:

The steam engine helped to power the Industrial Revolution. Before steam power, most factories and mills were powered by water, wind, horse, or man. Water was a good source of power, but factories had to be located near a river.

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