Which of the following developments during the Tokugawa era provided a solid foundation for Japan's industrial growth in the late nineteenth century?

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The urbanization of Japanese society during the Tokugawa era created a large and concentrated workforce that would be crucial for Japan's industrialization in the late nineteenth century. Urbanization allowed for the development of a manufacturing base, as well as increased access to education and technology. While the high status of samurai and the power of the shogun were important aspects of the Tokugawa era, they did not directly contribute to Japan's industrial growth. The centralization of political authority may have helped to facilitate the Meiji Restoration and the subsequent industrialization, but it was not a direct factor in the Tokugawa era.

Which of the Following Developments During the Tokugawa Era Provided