Asked by Masih Ohadi on Apr 24, 2024

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The first industry to be shaped by the large factory system was

A) textiles.
B) guns.
C) ironworks.
D) pottery.
E) shoemaking.

Factory System

A method of manufacturing using machinery and division of labor, characteristic of the Industrial Revolution, which replaced the traditional artisan workshops.

Textiles

Materials that are woven or knitted, typically used for making clothes and other objects.

Ironworks

A place where iron is smelted, forged, or processed into finished products.

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William Wyman6 days ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The textile industry was the first to be transformed by the large factory system, particularly during the Industrial Revolution, when innovations such as the spinning jenny, water frame, and power loom revolutionized the production of cloth.