Question

which action is most similar to one taken by great britain early in the industrial revolution? a. a mayor encourages people in her citys crowded neighborhoods to move to less populated rural areas. b. a company prevents its employees from discussing new products with anyone outside the company. c. a governor encourages companies in his state to avoid doing business with residents of other states. d. a teacher offers her teaching materials and lesson plans to other teachers for free online.

Explanation:

Early in the Industrial Revolution, Britain protected its technological and industrial - related knowledge by restricting the sharing of new inventions and manufacturing processes with other countries. A company preventing employees from discussing new products with outsiders is similar as it safeguards its proprietary information, just as Britain safeguarded its industrial secrets.

Answer:

B. A company prevents its employees from discussing new products with anyone outside the company.