Question

question 4 of 10
how did the industrial revolution change the textile industry in great britain?
a. by reducing the textile industrys reliance on steam- or water-powered machines
b. by allowing fewer workers to produce more textiles than ever before
c. by increasing the amount of textiles produced by hand on spinning wheels
d. by ending british reliance on importing cotton for textile production

Explanation:

The Industrial Revolution introduced new machinery and technologies. Machines like the spinning jenny and power loom allowed for mass - production. Fewer workers could operate these machines compared to traditional hand - spinning methods, leading to higher output.

• Option A: The Industrial Revolution increased the use of steam - or water - powered machines in the textile industry, not reduced it.
• Option C: The Industrial Revolution decreased hand - production as machines took over.
• Option D: Britain still relied on imported cotton for textile production even after the Industrial Revolution.

Answer:

B. By allowing fewer workers to produce more textiles than ever before