Evaluate the social and economic effects of industrial capitalism on American workers and their families during the late 19th century.
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Industrial capitalism had profound social and economic effects on American workers and their families. Economically, it provided job opportunities but often at the cost of low wages and poor working conditions. Socially, it led to urbanization and changes in family dynamics, as more family members, including women and children, entered the workforce. The harsh realities of industrial labor also spurred the growth of labor unions and movements advocating for workers' rights and better living conditions.
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Which of the following was a social effect of industrial capitalism on American families during the late 19th century?
- A.
Decline in the formation of labor unions
- B.
Decreased job opportunities for women and children
- C.
Increased urbanization and changes in family dynamics
- D.
Improved living conditions for all workers
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