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Child labor was common in the 1880s and 1890s because

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 they were used to do hard work. They were small so it allowed them to fit into small spaces and still be able to move. They were able to do the work adults wasn't able to do. Hope this helps!
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Because they were used to do hard work. They were small so it allowed them to fit into small spaces and still be able to move. They were able to do the work adults wasn't able to do. Hope this helps!
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