Question

Explain how Great Britain's economy helped mark the beginning of the world's factory-based economy.(1 point)

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The use of assembly lines and then the internal combustion engine allowed the mechanization of processes such as automobile making in Great Britain in the 18th century.
The use of assembly lines and then the internal combustion engine allowed the mechanization of processes such as automobile making in Great Britain in the 18th century.

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Answer 1

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assembly lines and the internal combustion engine allowed Great Britain to increase productivity and produce goods at a much faster rate. This led to the growth of large-scale factories where goods could be produced on a mass scale. Great Britain also had a strong network of merchant ships, allowing them to easily transport goods around the world and establish trade networks. Furthermore, Great Britain had a large supply of coal and iron ore, which were essential resources for industrial production. These factors combined to create a strong and advanced industrial economy in Great Britain, marking the beginning of the world's factory-based economy.