Sustained economic growth did not begin anywhere in the world until around (LOI) a) 1450 b) 1600 c) 1750 d) 1900

Read the question and options carefully. The question asks when sustained economic growth began globally. There are four possible answers: a) 1450, b) 1600, c) 1750, and d) 1900.

Think about the historical timeline and important events that occurred during each of these time periods: a) The year 1450 is around the time of the Renaissance in Europe. The economy was growing, but it was not yet considered sustained economic growth on a global scale. b) The year 1600 marks the beginning of the British East India Company and the Dutch East India Company. Again, while this period marked growth and the early stages of colonialism, sustained economic growth was still not widespread. c) The year 1750 is during the early part of the Industrial Revolution. This period saw significant technological advancements and productivity improvements leading to sustained economic growth. d) The year 1900 is too late to be considered the beginning of sustained economic growth, as the world had already experienced significant growth through the Industrial Revolution.

Based on the analysis of the historical context, the correct answer is c) 1750 because it coincides with the early years of the Industrial Revolution, which led to sustained economic growth on a global scale.