The factory system of the early-19th century caused

A) a decrease in farm production.

B) an increase in rural population.

C) an increase in urban population.

D) high unemployment in other areas.

The correct answer is C) an increase in urban population.

The factory system of the early 19th century caused an increase in the urban population.

The factory system in the large cities of that time represented an opportunity for many people to enter the fabric to do jobs that were better paid. People began to emigrate from the country to arrive in the cities because they were looking for better living conditions. The factory system made specialization the new tendency in manufacturing. The new manufacturing process created some job opportunities for people that leave the farmers in the country to try for better income.

The answer you are looking for is C)

Factories gave many men and children an opportunity to work, so lots of people moved into the cities so they could work these dangerous factory jobs.