Which innovation was most important for the emergence of the new industrial order of the late nineteenth century?

A) fossil-fuel powered technologies
B) water power
C) the typewriter
D) fhe factory system

Fossil-fuel

Natural fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas, derived from the remains of living organisms and used primarily for energy.

Industrial Order

A social and economic system characterized by the large-scale industrial production and management of goods and services, often associated with the rise of factories and mechanization.

Factory System

A method of manufacturing using machinery and division of labor, known for its role in the Industrial Revolution by significantly increasing production capabilities and changing societal structures.