Why were many mill workers women and children?

A.
They enjoyed getting out of their cramped apartments.

B.
They accepted lower wages than men.

C.
They petitioned Congress to be allowed to work.

D.
They had more skills and education than men.

Question

Why were many mill workers women and children?

	 
 A.
They enjoyed getting out of their cramped apartments.
 
 B.
They accepted lower wages than men.
 
 C.
They petitioned Congress to be allowed to work.
 
 D.
They had more skills and education than men.

sierra! · Answer

what do you think

sierra! · Answer

and why

anonymous · Answer

Probably b because in the past the women and children had to work

anonymous · Answer

Yeah, but there's also another reason :)

sierra! · Answer

yes

anonymous · Answer

It was a free life for people except for 2 groups

anonymous · Answer

But also, women and children needed to work because the men couldn't provide enough money for their children :)

anonymous · Answer

Oh yes i forgot about that one
So the correct answer is B

anonymous · Answer

Am i correct?

anonymous · Answer

Haha. Yep, that would seem to be the best answer :)

anonymous · Answer

Thanks can you help me on one more?

anonymous · Answer

Sure! :)

anonymous · Answer

And you're very welcome :)