Which of These Was NOT a Product of Slash and Burn

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which of these was NOT a product of slash and burn agriculture?

• A) greater immediate soil fertility
• B) permanent settlements
• C) improved crop outputs
• D) eventual soil exhaustion

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