Multiple choice

Who invented steam engine?

  1. Judson

  2. Shockley

  3. Bessemer

  4. James Watt

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D Correct answer
Explanation

James Watt significantly improved the steam engine design in the late 18th century, making it practical for industrial use. While Thomas Newcomen built an earlier version, Watt's separate condenser and other innovations dramatically improved efficiency, launching the Industrial Revolution.

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