From 1680 to 1770 average ship speeds
A) increased by 10 percent
B) increased by 20 percent
C) increased by 30 percent
D) decreased by 5 percent
E) did not change appreciably.

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From 1680 to 1770, average ship speeds did not change appreciably. This period was before the significant technological advancements that would later increase ship speeds, such as the introduction of steam power.

From 1680 to 1770 Average Ship Speeds