Question

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how did the development of the spinning jenny lead to major social changes during the industrial revolution?
a. the increased need for factory workers led people to abandon farms, which reduced agricultural output.
b. textiles were quickly and cheaply mass - produced in factories rather than by individuals in homes.
c. new legislation was enacted to regulate the production, trade, and taxation of textiles.
d. many people found themselves unemployed and in poverty after being replaced by a machine.

Explanation:

The spinning jenny was a key invention of the Industrial Revolution. It enabled the mass - production of textiles in factories, replacing the slower home - based production by individuals. This led to significant social changes as work shifted from homes to factories. Option A is incorrect as the shift from farms was more about economic opportunities rather than a direct reduction in agricultural output due to the spinning jenny. Option C is about legislation which is not the most direct social change caused by the spinning jenny. Option D is more of a long - term consequence of automation rather than the most immediate social change.

Answer:

B. Textiles were quickly and cheaply mass - produced in factories rather than by individuals in homes.