Interchabgable parts reading

Who popularized the concept of interchangeable parts in the early 19th century?

• Eli Whitney

• Henry Ford

• Thomas Edison

• Alexander Graham Bell

What was one of the main benefits of interchangeable parts during the Industrial Revolution?

• Increased cost of production

• Need for skilled labor

• Mass production of goods

• Decrease in urban population

Which industries experienced significant growth due to the use of interchangeable parts?

• Firearms, clocks, and textiles

• Agriculture, mining, and fishing

• Banking, insurance, and real estate

• Education, healthcare, and tourism

How did interchangeable parts contribute to the rise of the factory system?

• By allowing for the production of unique, custom products

• By enabling large quantities of standardized products to be produced quickly

• By increasing the need for skilled artisans

• By reducing the need for urbanization

In which modern industries is the concept of interchangeable parts still applied?

• Automotive and healthcare

• Fashion and design

• Culinary and hospitality

• Education and research