Question

Which of the following reflects an explanation for Europe's Industrial Revolution that most historians criticize as Eurocentric and deterministic?
A) Technological creativity outside Europe had slowed down considerably or stagnated by the early modern era.
B) By the eighteenth century, the most advanced regions in the world enjoyed global economic parity.
C) Industrial techniques that originated in Britain spread around the world with little innovation elsewhere.
D) Unique features of European society, economy, or history gave it a long-term advantage and head start in industrializing.

Answer 1

Answer:

D.

Explanation:

Some people believed that Europeans were more civilized as a natural characteristic and that would be why they started Industrial Revolution. What actually happened is that Europeans explored countries all over the world, making them unable to invest as much in education and inovations, and Europeans could afford having colleges and scientists working on advancements for economy.