WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which isn’t a benefit of the industrial revolution?
A
leisure time for the middle class
B
an increase in overall wealth
C
cheaper machine made goods for every class
D
fair pay for factory workers
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Industrial Revolution created an increase in employment opportunities. Wages at factories were higher than what individuals were making as farmers. As factories became widespread, additional managers and employees were required to operate them, increasing the supply of jobs and overall wages.

Detailed explanation-2: -Poor workers were often housed in cramped, grossly inadequate quarters. Working conditions were difficult and exposed employees to many risks and dangers, including cramped work areas with poor ventilation, trauma from machinery, toxic exposures to heavy metals, dust, and solvents.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Industrial Revolution had many positive effects. Among those was an increase in wealth, the production of goods, and the standard of living. People had access to healthier diets, better housing, and cheaper goods. In addition, education increased during the Industrial Revolution.

Detailed explanation-4: -While the Industrial Revolution created economic growth and offered new opportunities, that progress came with significant downsides, from damage to the environment and health and safety hazards to squalid living conditions for workers and their families.

Detailed explanation-5: -It increased job opportunities. The industrial revolution made it possible for more people to have jobs. It inspired innovation. Production levels increased. Competition was created. It improved processes in virtually any sector. It reduced the influences of borders. 22-Jun-2017

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