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In History / High School | 2025-07-07

Which best describes how industrialization changed the American economy?

A. Industrialization moved the economy away from agriculture.
B. Industrialization eliminated the need for imported goods.
C. Industrialization created an export market for American goods.
D. Industrialization created new domestic markets.

Asked by leahca1810

Answer (1)

Industrialization significantly transformed the American economy by shifting it away from agriculture and fostering new domestic markets. As factories emerged, urbanization increased, leading to greater demand for manufactured goods. While it didn't eliminate imports, industrialization marked a crucial pivot towards a manufacturing-centric economy. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07