Why did freight businesses not immediately shift to the railroads when they were first built?
A) Companies distrusted the safety of the steam engine.
B) Companies received financial incentives from the government to stay with canal routes.
C) Canal boats were cheaper.
D) Companies were not convinced of their reliability.
E) Companies were fiercely loyal to the canal operators.

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Canal boats were cheaper than railroads initially.

Why Did Freight Businesses Not Immediately Shift to the Railroads