The First Type of Society to Generate a Material Surplus

question 16

Multiple Choice

The first type of society to generate a material surplus was

• A)hunting and gathering.
• B)horticultural and pastoral.
• C)agrarian.
• D)industrial.

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Definitions:

Supplier Selection

The process of evaluating and choosing among potential suppliers based on criteria such as price, quality, reliability, and service.

Payment

The transfer of funds from one party to another in exchange for goods or services.

Declared Obsolete

The designation of a product, service, or technology as outdated or no longer in use, often replaced by newer alternatives.

Obsolete Materials

Items or materials that are no longer used or needed due to changes in technology, market demand, or product design.