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laurencescou

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Historically, the greatest source of environmental degradation has been:
 
  a. Slash and burn farming practiced by traditional peoples.
  b. Consumer desires and energy needs in wealthy nations.
  c. Slash and burn farming practiced by modern peasants.
  d. Traditional agriculture done without soil erosion control techniques.
  e. Collection and burning of wood for cooking fires in large cities in poor nations.

Question 2

In the United States today, what percentage of the population currently is involved in agricultural production?
 
  a. 0.5.
  b. 1.0.
  c. 2.5.
  d. 4.0.
  e. 12.



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B



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