Multiple choice

The Newcomen Engine was so inefficient it's only practical use was in what industry?

  1. Farming

  2. Mining

  3. Refining

  4. Manufacturing

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Newcomen engine was extremely inefficient and consumed massive amounts of coal. It was primarily used to pump water out of deep mines where coal was readily available to fuel it.