Question

question 1-1
what general effect did the introduction of new inventions, such as the telephone and the electric light bulb, have on daily life in the united states during the late 1800s?
they caused a slowdown in technological advancement as society struggled to adapt
these inventions primarily benefited rural areas by improving agricultural efficiency
they improved the quality of life by enhancing communication and extending productive hours
these inventions led to increased isolation and a decline in communication between people

Explanation:

The telephone improved communication by allowing people to speak over long - distances easily. The electric light bulb extended productive hours as it provided light after natural daylight ended, enhancing the quality of life in the late 1800s in the US.

Answer:

They improved the quality of life by enhancing communication and extending productive hours