It can be said that, as a result of the Industrial Revolution, by 1847
A) most middle-class women worked outside their homes.
B) some people rose in social status, while many others worked in appalling conditions.
C) all segments of society experienced higher income from the changes.
D) violent and prolonged conflicts between social classes became endemic in Britain.
E) group identification began to develop inconsequential aspects.

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The Industrial Revolution brought about significant changes to society, leading to some individuals rising in social status while many others worked in appalling conditions. This is evidenced by the emergence of a strong working-class movement during the mid-19th century as people began to demand better working conditions and higher wages. The option A is incorrect as it was mostly working-class women who were employed in factories, not middle-class women. Option C is incorrect as not all segments of society benefited equally from the changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution. Option D is incorrect as while there were some conflicts between social classes, they were not endemic or widespread. Option E is also incorrect as group identification during this time generally centered around social class and political beliefs rather than inconsequential aspects.

It Can Be Said That, as a Result of the Industrial