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The spinning jenny was invented in 1764 by:

AJohn Kaye
BArkwright
CJames Watt
DCrompton
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. John Kaye
1. One worker could operate several spindles. 2. John Kaye invented it. 3. The steam engine followed in 1786. _Source: syllabus Our Pasts III, Chapter 6, Weavers, Iron Smelters and Factory Owners._
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