Question

which statement best explains the relationship between the industrial revolution and the development of communism? (1 point)
the industrial revolution led to the adoption of new technologies and machines.
the industrial revolution led to a decrease in workers rights and their living conditions.
the industrial revolution increased pride in workers labor and the goods they produced.
the industrial revolution was slow to affect society and communists wanted to speed up the process.

Explanation:

The Industrial Revolution led to harsh working conditions, low wages, and exploitation of workers. Communism emerged as a response to these issues, aiming to create a more equitable society where the means of production are owned collectively. The other options are incorrect: the Industrial Revolution was not slow (it was a period of rapid change), it did not increase pride in workers' labor (workers often faced dehumanizing factory work), and it led to an increase (not decrease) in the adoption of new technologies and machines which were part of the problem that communism sought to address (by advocating for worker - centered ownership and control).

Answer:

The Industrial Revolution led to a decrease in workers' rights and their living conditions.