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Gas Convention Oven
The gas oven assisted with household management by cooking and/or warming food faster in an enclosed space, opposed to a fire. -
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Transportation
Henry Ford's Model T assisted with household management because it allowed people to get to and from places in a timely manner. -
Electric Washing Machines
Electric washing machines assisted with household management because they simply had to be hooked up to a hose and the clothes no longer had to be scrubbed by hand. -
Wooden Ice Box
These ice boxes assisted with household management because they allowed a space for food to be stored and stay cool. -
Frozen Foods
The production of frozen foods assisted with household management because people no longer had to prepare those foods themselves. -
Central Air Conditioning
Air conditioning assisted with household management because it made the environment cooler and more comfortable, allowing more energy to be put towards other tasks opposed to trying to keep oneself and one's family cool. -
Metal Ice Box
The metal ice box assisted with household management because it kept goods colder for a longer period of time and was more accessible since it was portable. -
Single Faucet Sinks
Faucets assisted with household management because they made water available without putting time or effort in to retrieve it. -
Hamilton Dryer
Dryers assisted with household management because it made the laundry process much shorter by clothing being inserted into a small space with warm air to dry opposed to hanging clothing on a line outside. -
Radarange Microwave Oven
The microwave often assisted with household management because it allowed for food to cook a desired temperature for a desired time, without constantly checking on it. -
Double Door Refrigerator
The refrigerator assisted with household management because it had more space so individuals did not have to worry about spoiling food as much as they did with ice boxes. The double doors were more efficient because freezers were needed since frozen foods were produced. -
Garbage Burners
Garbage burners assisted with household management because it got rid of trash with minimal effort, simply insert trash into the container. -
Coldspot Freezer
The freezer assisted with household management because it allowed more space for goods to be stored. Additionally, bigger portions of food could be made at once and put in the freezer for later. -
Electric Mixers
Electric mixers assisted with household management because they mixed goods faster and more efficiently than by hand. -
Electric Juicer
The electric juicer assisted with household management because it was faster and more efficient at squeezing the juice out of a fruit or vegetable than if it were done by hand. -
Kenmore Electric Can Opener
The electric can opener assisted with household management because it was faster and easier to open a can than attempt it manually. -
Electric Portable Dishwasher
The electric dishwasher assisted with household management because it took less effort and time to wash dishes. People no longer had to scrub each dish by hand. -
Radio Clock
The radio clock assisted with household management because it displayed time which is a key concept while managing. -
Washer Dryer Combination
The combination of the washer and dryer assisted with household management because individuals were not exposed to dirty water or bleach and it was more time efficient. -
Electric Sewing Machine
The sewing machine assisted with household management because individuals were able to sew clothing and fabric faster than sewing by hand. -
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Roomba
The Roomba assists with household management because it vacuums by itself. -
Keurig Coffee Maker
The Keurig Coffee Maker assists with household management because it takes minimal effort and about 1-2 minutes to make a cup of coffee opposed to waiting for the entire pot to brew. -
Laptop
Laptops assist with household management by helping an individual multi-task. Since they are portable, a parent may conduct online classes and watch the security system on their laptop while cooking or cleaning. -
iPhone
The iPhone assists with household management because it has functions such as a calendar and clock, making it easier to manage time with one device. -
mamaRoo
The mamaRoo assists with household management by rocking an infant by itself. -
Hy-Vee's Online Grocery Shopping
Hy-Vee's option to grocery shop online greatly assists with household management. It saves time by selecting what groceries you want online opposed to driving to the grocery store, walking down the aisles, checking out, and driving back home. This leaves more time to complete other tasks. -
Owlet Baby Monitor
The Owlet Baby Monitor assists with household management by tracking the infant's heart rate and oxygen levels and notifying parents via text message if the bay is in danger. This allows parents to keep track of their children while doing other tasks. -
Computerized Sewing Machines
Computerized Sewing Machines assists with household management by sewing by itself.