Which of the following was a significant innovation of Lowell Mills that increased productivity?

(1 point)
combining spinning and
• weaving in the same factory
separating spinning and
• weaving to different factories
employing mainly former
• African-American slaves for lower wages
relying on the expertise of German immigrants

1 answer

The significant innovation of Lowell Mills that increased productivity was combining spinning and weaving in the same factory. This integration streamlined the production process and allowed for greater efficiency in textile manufacturing.