Carol is using her critical-reading skills to prepare for her writing assignment. she identifies what the topic is and assesses her current level of knowledge. carol is using her and is in the stage of critical reading.

Technology has affected regional settlement patterns in what ways? choose all that apply. climatic improvement strategies have improved crop productivity. mechanized agricultural methods have improved agricultural productivity. participation in the global economy has increased urbanization. population shifts from urban to rural areas has increased as a result of petroleum production. settlement areas have increased as a result of improved water storage and delivery systems.