What was the primary shift in production method that defined the transition from the 'cottage industry' to the factory system?
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Correct answer: Centralization of labor and the use of power-driven machinery
The factory system moved production from decentralized homes to large, central buildings. This allowed for the efficient use of expensive, heavy machinery powered by water or steam.
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