The American system of manufacturing, which emerged in the early 1800s, was successful because of its use of?:
a) slave labor.
b) handsome, individually crafted, high quality items.
c) the "putting out" system distributing raw materials and collecting finished products for distribution.
d) early electric power to provide cheap energy for new factories.
e) interchangeable parts to allow for mass production of high quality items.
Answer: e) interchangeable parts to allow for mass production of high quality items.
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