In the late 19^th century, increases in productivity in the _________ industry were driven mostly by innovation, while increases in productivity in the ________ industry were driven by both invention and innovation.

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In the late 19th century, the cotton textile industry saw productivity increases primarily due to innovation, such as improvements in machinery and processes. In contrast, the boot and shoe industry experienced productivity gains through both invention (new machinery) and innovation (improved production techniques).

In the Late 19th Century, Increases in Productivity in the _________

In the Late 19^th Century, Increases in Productivity in the _________