Question

why was james watt important during the industrial revolution?
a. he founded the first steam - powered textile mill in great britain.
b. he greatly improved existing steam engines for use in factories.
c. he fought for the rights of children forced to work in coal mines.
d. he advocated for the removal of government regulations on business.

Explanation:

James Watt is known for improving the steam engine. The first steam - powered textile mill was founded by Richard Arkwright (so A is wrong). There is no indication that Watt was involved in fighting for children's rights in coal mines (so C is wrong). And there is no evidence that he advocated for the removal of government regulations on business (so D is wrong).

Answer:

B. He greatly improved existing steam engines for use in factories.