Thomas Alva Edison Invented The

question 63

Multiple Choice

Thomas Alva Edison invented the:

• A) first lightbulb
• B) air brake for trains
• C) (heavier-than-air) airplane
• D) telephone
• E) mechanized cotton textile weaver

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