Question

study the table and answer the question that follows. workers aged 10 - 14 in the united states 1870 - 1930 (thousands)

year	workers aged 10 - 14	workers aged 10 - 14 as % of workforce
1910	1,622	4.34
1930	667	1.37

source: u.s. census bureau
which reason contributed to the trend shown in this table?
the number of factories using assembly lines decreased
a political movement worked to lower taxes for businesses
a progressive movement worked to stop the use of child labor
the number of people joining labor unions decreased
clear all

Explanation:

The table shows a decrease in the number of workers aged 10 - 14 and their percentage in the workforce from 1890 - 1930. A progressive movement to stop child labor would contribute to this trend as it would lead to laws and social pressure against employing children.

Answer:

A progressive movement worked to stop the use of child labor