Question

What was a result of capitalism and the factory system during the "Machine Age"?

• A. Excessive wealth creation for all
• B. Prevalence of poverty and hunger
• C. Deterioration of working conditions of workers
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C Deterioration of working conditions of workers

The owners of the means of production, that is, the factory owners, pocketed all the wealth, while the labourers were left destitute and penniless. Life was tough for the workers and even children were employed in the factories and forced to work in terrible conditions.