Which of the Following Statements About Climate Change Affecting Agriculture

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about climate change affecting agriculture is FALSE?

• A) Increased nighttime temperatures are beneficial for some crops
• B) Increased nighttime temperatures are detrimental to some crops
• C) Agricultural productivity will increase in some areas, and decrease in others
• D) Subtropical regions will be able to increase their agricultural productivity in a warmer climate
• E) Agricultural methods are now less reliant on CO2-producing fossil fuels

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