Adam Smith argued that an extensive division of labour could lead to immense increases in productivity in a factory setting. What did Charles Babbage propose to further increase profits for factory owners?

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Charles Babbage proposed paying workers less since they would require fewer skills. Babbage believed that the increased use of machines would make the work of skilled workers less necessary, allowing factory owners to pay their workers less.

Adam Smith Argued That an Extensive Division of Labour Could