How did the market revolution affect the lives of artisans? a. Their lives changed little, because the economy allowed for plenty of room for specialized craftsmen. b. New competition created opportunities for the specialized skills of artisans, so their numbers expanded. c. Gathered in factories, they faced constant supervision and the breakdown of craftsmanship into specialized tasks. d. They began working in factories, which they preferred to enduring years of apprenticeship under the old system. e. Most artisans became factory owners and prospered as never before.