What was most significant about robert fulton’s steamboat? it was the first to successfully travel long distances. it was the first working steamboat to receive a patent. it was the first to demonstrated the ability to travel to the northwest territory. it was the first commercially used steamboat

It was the first commercially used steamboat. The last option is correct.

It showed that his new engine improved steamboat travel.

Robert Fulton  was an American engineer and inventor who is well-known for creating a commercially successful steamboat known as Clermont. In 1807, that steamboat took passengers from New York City to Albany and back again, a round trip of 300 miles, in 62 hours.  

He started to make experiments when he was in Paris.

he believed that congress would be better not dealing with "lobbyists", or people who seek to influence (a politician or public official) on an issue, since historically, they had problems with these kinds of people. he thought lobbying produces benefits, but should be carefully monitored.