In the aftermath of the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist fire in New York City,
A. few true reforms of industry were made.
B. Tammany Democrats attempted to thwart the New York State commission examining the fire.
C. strict regulations were imposed on factory owners.
D. factories taller than ten stories could only use the upper floors for storage of materials.
E. New York State barred factories from employing women under the age of sixteen.
Answer: C
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