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In History / College | 2025-07-03

An effect of the Industrial Revolution was that wages around the world
A. varied.
B. increased.
C. decreased.
D. stayed static.

Asked by hodge7244

Answer (2)

The Industrial Revolution initially saw a decrease in wages due to harsh working conditions, but over time, wages generally increased as productivity and economic conditions improved. Regional variations and the rise of labor unions also influenced wage changes. Overall, the long-term trend during the Industrial Revolution was an increase in wages for many workers. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-03

The Industrial Revolution initially saw a decrease in wages due to harsh conditions, but over time, wages generally increased as productivity grew and labor movements emerged. The selected option is B: increased.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-04

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