How did the invention of the steam engine affect transportation?

*A. John Fitch's steam engine made travel along the river faster, but it was more expensive.
B. Robert Fulton's invention of the steam-powered locomotive made travel across land much quicker.
C. Henry Shreve's modified steamboat could carry more without getting stuck on the riverbed.
D. DeWitt Clinton's invention was faster, but people preferred to travel along the rutted roads.

B. Robert Fulton's invention of the steam-powered locomotive made travel across land much quicker.