How did the Market Revolution change the nature of American craftsmanship?
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Correct answer: It led to 'deskilling' as complex tasks were broken into simple steps for machines
Mass production and the factory system replaced the 'master-apprentice' model. By using interchangeable parts and specialized machinery, factories could produce goods using unskilled or semi-skilled laborers, reducing the power of traditional craftsmen.
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