The Parity Ratio

question 133

Multiple Choice

The parity ratio

• A) compares worker productivity in the farm and nonfarm sectors.
• B) is the ratio of per capita farm income to per capita nonfarm income.
• C) is the ratio of prices received by farmers to prices paid by farmers.
• D) is the ratio of prices paid by farmers to prices received by farmers.

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Definitions:

Livestock Productivity

The rate of meat, milk, or other products produced by farm animals, an important factor in agricultural efficiency and economic performance.

Soil Conservation

The set of practices used to prevent soil erosion and degradation and to preserve its fertility.

Nutritional Needs

encompass the essential vitamins, minerals, and food energy required by an organism for healthy growth and function.

Global Food

Pertains to the production, distribution, and consumption of food products and resources worldwide, highlighting the interconnectedness of food systems on a planetary scale.