In your view, which of the following technologies was most critical to the success of european imperialism and colonialism following the industrial revolution: medical advances, firearms, or the steam engine? (4 points)

All of these had a direct impact on imperialism and colonialism. However, the most significant one was perhaps the steam engine. The steam engine allowed people to travel large distances in a very short amount of time. This completely revolutionized transportation. Common people became more interested in travelling and discovering other places and cultures. This fueled imperialism. Moreover, the steam engine allowed industrialization to increase, and in this way, the economy of England improved. As standards of living rose, the demand for luxury items and natural resources that came from other countries rose as well.

it affected it because the kingdoms (with trade) slowly got richer and richer.

increases in demand are shown by a shift to the right in the demand curve. this could be caused by a number of factors, including a rise in income, a rise in the price of a substitute or a fall in the price of a complement.

which the answer is:

b