They were less respected than farmers & labors. That is the false answer. Hope this helped!! :)
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Answer:
Two principal reasons account for this fact: first, the success of reformist political measures, and the existence of a non-violent Chartist movement; second, the elaboration of a British self-identity founded upon a notion of respectability.
I believe the answer is A (correct me if i'm wrong please)