Question

How did the invention of the light bulb and advancements in electrical power play a key role in the growth of American cities in the late 1800s?
(1 point)
• The artificial lights lit up the night sky, attracting people to the cities.
• They allowed factories to produce more, which required more workers to move to the cities.
• They kept economic activity in the cities tied to the number of daylight hours.
• They solved the problems cities had with getting access to fresh water and proper sanitation.

Answers

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The correct answer is: **They allowed factories to produce more, which required more workers to move to the cities.**

The invention of the light bulb and advancements in electrical power enabled factories to operate longer hours, increasing productivity and leading to a greater demand for labor. This, in turn, attracted more people to cities in search of jobs, contributing to urban growth in the late 1800s.