Which of the following best describes steam powered airplanes?

A) They were widely used until the 1970s, when jet fuel prices made other engines more efficient.
B) They are impractical because of the low power-to-weight advantage.
C) They were used for commercial air travel but were discontinued because of safety regulations.
D) They are under development and are expected to be the next phase of jet technology.


B

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