Which of the Following Is Central to Most of the Efforts

question 113

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is central to most of the efforts to conserve topsoil?

• A) an emphasis on agricultural practices that enhance monocultures
• B) annual crop rotations
• C) keeping the soil covered by vegetation
• D) preventing insect pests from destroying valuable crops
• E) conversion of croplands into pasturelands or feedlots

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