If population growth occurs in an area that depends on farming, what might be a direct result? A) Mining for minerals in the area will decrease. B) Air pollution from farm equipment will increase. C) The area will also see an increase in industrial productivity. D) Deforestation will occur to clear land for additional farms.

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Precious Adkins

20 August, 05:38

If population growth occurs in an area that depends on farming, what might be a direct result? A) Mining for minerals in the area will decrease. B) Air pollution from farm equipment will increase. C) The area will also see an increase in industrial productivity. D) Deforestation will occur to clear land for additional farms.

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Gretta · Answer 1

B. Is the best answer. If the population increases for farming then that means the farm equipment used (such as tractors) will increase Air pollution.

The other choice that's close is C. However you have to look for the best answer which is B.