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Spinning Jenny was invented in

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1765
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1764
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1763
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1766
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Solution

The correct option is B 1764
Explanation: In 1764, the spinning jenny was invented by John Kaye which increased the productivity of the traditional spindles. A machine by which a single worker could operate several spindles on to which thread was spun. When the wheel was turned all the spindles rotated.

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