In Europe's later Middle Ages, the rapid growth of industry resulted in environmental changes; which of the following was not among them?

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The rapid growth of industry in Europe's later Middle Ages led to significant environmental changes such as deforestation, water pollution, the damming of rivers, and the creation of quarry pits and mines. However, it did not result in more leisure time for most people; in fact, the opposite was often true as industrial growth typically led to longer working hours and harder labor conditions for many.

In Europe's Later Middle Ages, the Rapid Growth of Industry