New laws passed during the Industrial Revolution improved city residents' lives by creating jobs, mandating education for children, and enhancing living standards. While upward mobility existed, many barriers still limited social advancement. The chosen option for the question is C: improving the standard of living in cities.
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New laws during the Industrial Revolution positively impacted city residents by creating jobs, mandating education for children, and improving living standards. While there were opportunities for upward mobility, structural barriers often impeded this for many individuals. These changes were crucial for societal advancement during that period. ;