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Steam locomotives are extremely inefficient compared to diesel and electric locomotives. In addition, they are costly to maintain. In the US, many, and most likely most, steam locomotives that are still in use require people that work with little or no pay, as volunteers to simply enjoy being able to be a part of the steam railroad. Some maintenance (such as boiler inspection and repair) requires highly specialized people that are becoming rare in the US, making this costly in many cases. So, when you see a steam locomotive at the front of a train, you most likely need to thank a few dedicated people that want to keep them going.
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When do people start using maglev trains the most?
In the 21st century (now)
What century was 2001 in?
21st century.
Are we in the 20th century or the 21st century?
We are in the 21st Century.
What century is 2030?
It is in the 21st century.
What century are you in 2011?
the 21st century
How is ballet in the 21st century?
~this is the 21st century
Did they have batteries in the 21st century?
Yes they do have batteries in the 21st century and had in the 20th century.
Is there an apostrophe in 21st century?
No, there is no apostrophe in the phrase "21st century."
The 21st century is an age of greed?
is 21st century is an age of greed
Characteristic of a 21st-century manager?
characteristics of 21st century managers
Is 2010 the 20th or 21st century?
The year 2010 is in the 21st century.
Are we the in 21st century?
The twenty-first century (21st or XXI) ranges from years 2001 to 2100, so until 2101 it is the 21st century.
