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The Industrialized North — Quiz

Question 5 • US History

How did industrialization affect the American economy in the 1800s?

Answer
A
The total value of manufactured goods increased, but the number of people working in factories fell.
B
The total value of manufactured goods decreased, and the number of people working in factories fell.
C
The total value of manufactured goods increased, and the number of people working in factories rose.
D
The total value of manufactured goods decreased, but the number of people working in factories rose.

Explanation

Industrialization expanded factory production during the 1800s. As factories made more goods, the total value of manufactured goods increased, and factories hired more workers, so the number of people working in factories rose. Therefore, the correct choice is C: both the value of manufactured goods and factory employment increased.

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