Question

1. which of the following was not a significant factor contributing to the industrial revolutions start in great britain?

a. efficient agricultural practices
b. abundant coal reserves
c. limited intercontinental trade
d. high labor costs

Explanation:

• Efficient agricultural practices (A) freed labor for industry.
• Abundant coal reserves (B) provided energy for factories.
• High labor costs (D) incentivized mechanization.
• Limited intercontinental trade (C) would hinder, not help. The Industrial Revolution thrived on trade.

Answer:

C. Limited intercontinental trade