WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Most machines of the Industrial Revolution contributed to which type of economical development?
A
agricultural efficiency
B
faster transportation of products
C
high demand for skilled workers
D
mass production of goods
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -There were many important inventions and machines invented during the Industrial Revolution. The spinning jenny, steam engine, steamboat, locomotive and electric engine all had a huge impact on society.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mass production is the production of machinery and other articles in standard sizes in large numbers. Mass production makes it possible to manufacture things faster, and often at less cost. It also means that a replacement can be obtained for any part of a manufacturing machine or other product that breaks down.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Industrial Revolution transformed economies that had been based on agriculture and handicrafts into economies based on large-scale industry, mechanized manufacturing, and the factory system. New machines, new power sources, and new ways of organizing work made existing industries more productive and efficient.

Detailed explanation-4: -Machinery during the Industrial Revolution such as the spinning wheel to produce textiles, the water wheel used to power machinery and the steam engine were invented. These inventions aided in speeding up the production of manufactured items.

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