What impact did Robert Fulton have on farmers? (1 point)

a.His development of a canal system helped irrigate dry farmland.
b.His invention of the steam engine led to a growth in the meat packing industry.
c.His development of better roadways connected farmers to the east coast.
d.His development of the steamboat allowed for cheap transportation of crops.

d.His development of the steamboat allowed for cheap transportation of crops.