Who among the following invented the flying shuttle?
- A. James Hargreaves
- B. John Kay ✓
- C. Richard Arkwright
- D. Humphry Davy
Correct Answer: B. John Kay
Explanation
The flying shuttle was invented by John Kay in 1733, which greatly accelerated weaving and played a key role in the early Industrial Revolution.
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