According to ruth schwartz cowan’s 1983 research, time-saving devices like the vacuum cleaner and washing machine have actually increased the amount of time that women spend on housework. what explanation is given for her finding?
a. these devices just take longer to get the job done than a human being.
b. these devices break so frequently that time gets wasted on repairs.
c. standards of cleanliness have also risen, so even more cleaning is expected.
d. ease of use and availability have led to women cleaning more frequently