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How did Thomas Edison contribute to the growth of factories in the late 1800s?
A.
His installation of electrical generation and distribution stations allowed factories to run at all hours.
B.
His improvements to the system of mass production caused many more modern factories to open.
C.
His interest in building better automobiles caused him to open new factories to supply inexpensive cars.
D.
His commitment to good working conditions and high wages supplied his factories with a loyal labor force.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
A. His installation of electrical generation and distribution stations allowed factories to run at all hours.

Edison's development of electric lighting and power distribution enabled factories to operate after dark and use electric motors, boosting productivity and factory growth.