Established during the Middle Ages, guilds were associations of skilled artisans designed to institute quality standards, establish training programs, and set prices in industries such as glassblowing or masonry. What most likely happened to the guild system following industrialization?
A.
Guilds likely incorporated new skilled artisans with industrialization-era skills.
B.
Guilds likely became more powerful as fewer people learned trade secrets for these industries.
C.
Guilds likely became less powerful as artisans were replaced by machinery.
D.
Guilds likely expanded to include factory workers, laborers, and unskilled workers.
Please select the best answer from the choices provided.
C.
Guilds likely became less powerful as artisans were replaced by machinery.