What was Goodyear's financial status at the time of his death?
Poor
Wealthy
Middle class
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Answer
Poor. Goodyear died in poverty despite his significant contributions to the rubber industry. He faced numerous financial setbacks throughout his life, including failed business ventures and legal battles over his patents. Despite the commercial success of vulcanized rubber, Goodyear never reaped the financial rewards of his invention, leaving him in a dire financial situation at the time of his death.
Rubber Revolution: The Charles Goodyear Quiz
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