Which of the following statements about the technological innovations during the Industrial Revolutions are correct?<br>1. Mule was the nickname for a machine invented in 1779, that allowed the spinning of strong and fine yarn.<br>2. Water Frame, invented in 1769 by Richard Arkwright, made it possible to weave pure cotton clothes.<br>3. Power loom, invented by Edmund Cartwright in 1787, could be used to weave any kind of materials.<br>Select the correct answer using the code given below :

  1. A. 1 and 2 only
  2. B. 1, 2 and 3 ✓
  3. C. 2 and 3 only
  4. D. 3 only

Correct Answer: B. 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

All three statements represent key technological innovations in the textile industry during the Industrial Revolution correctly. Samuel Crompton invented the spinning mule, Richard Arkwright the water frame, and Edmund Cartwright the power loom.

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