What was one significant impact of Thomas Edison’s innovations during the Age of Invention on American society, as described in the passage?

In the Age of Invention, American society underwent a profound transformation through the pioneering work of inventors like Thomas Edison. His innovations not only reshaped daily life but also contributed to unprecedented economic growth. Edison’s work in electric lighting and power generation created a ripple effect across industries, leading to mass production and urban expansion. The extension of the workday and the rise of industries fueled this economic boom. Moreover, his laboratory became a symbol of the creative spirit that defined the era. This transformative period laid the groundwork for modern industrial economies, reshaping the social and economic landscape of the nation.

• David M. Kennedy, Industrialization and American Progress, 1999