After the Rainforest Is Cleared for Agriculture, the Most Typical

question 156

Multiple Choice

After the rainforest is cleared for agriculture, the most typical occurrence is that ________.

• A) high agricultural yields occur for many years
• B) the soils soon lose their fertility
• C) the country's standard of living increases
• D) the biotic diversity is increased
• E) fertilization is unnecessary for many years

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