At the beginning of the Industrial Revolution, factory workers
A)were expected to take on management functions
B)were closely involved in business decisions
C)formed strong, powerful labor unions
D)lost power and control over their work

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At the beginning of the Industrial Revolution, factory workers experienced a significant loss of power and control over their work. The shift from artisanal to factory-based production meant that workers no longer had control over the pace and methods of their work, leading to a decrease in autonomy and an increase in labor exploitation.

At the Beginning of the Industrial Revolution, Factory Workers