Question

During the early 1800s, which factor contributed the most to the start of the industrial revolution in the united states?

Answer 1

Answer:  An abundance of natural resources

Further detail:

The Industrial Revolution had its beginning in Great Britain, and eventually spread from there.  Once the United States became involved, especially in the "Second Industrial Revolution" years (1870-1914), the size and resources of the country allowed the US to become a bigger industrial power than the nations of Europe.