They had more population than most states and they wanted more representation.
The correct answer is D. Scientists developed new methods for using water and steam power.
The scientific revolution help lead to the industrial revolution as the new knowledge allowed the development of machines, to improve the use of water power and systems of steam, which were applied in factories.
What was a political cause of the French Revolution?
A. The division of the people into three estates
B. The practice of absolute monarchy
C. The spread of Enlightenment ideas ( ✔ )
D. The government’s tax increase