In regard to labor, what did Ford do for his workers?

A) He invited labor leaders to set up unions at Ford.
B) He paid more than double the wages paid by other factory owners.
C) He improved work conditions, making the jobs more interesting.
D) He made it more difficult for them to be consumers.
E) He paid more, with compensation that included stock options.

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Harleen Sandhu · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Henry Ford famously increased his workers' pay to $5 a day in 1914, which was more than double the average wage offered by other factory owners at the time. This move was revolutionary and helped to reduce employee turnover, increase productivity, and enable his workers to afford the cars they were producing, thus expanding the market for his automobiles.

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