Question

Which of the following is a reason why the Industrial Revolution led to the development of laissez-faire capitalism?(1 point)
Responses

Slavery allowed for the cheap production of raw materials.
Slavery allowed for the cheap production of raw materials.

Monarchs became all-powerful.
Monarchs became all-powerful.

Private businesses began to produce their own wealth.
Private businesses began to produce their own wealth.

Women were seen as illogical and too emotional.

Answer 1

Private businesses began to produce their own wealth.

Explanation: The Industrial Revolution expanded factories and entrepreneurs, leading to belief that free markets and minimal government interference (laissez-faire) let private businesses create wealth most efficiently.