38.
(08.03 mc)
what are some effects of the rise of agribusiness? (1 point)
i. the use of standardized procedures to obtain the best yields
ii. the rise of the slow food movement, which supports small, local farms
iii. the use of factory farming to produce crops, meat, dairy, and eggs on a large scale
iv. a rise in the resistance of agribusiness to production of nonfood products such as fossil fuels
ii only
iii only
i, ii, and iii
i, ii, and iv
i, ii, iii, and iv
39.
(08.04 mc)
the united states is a large producer of wheat and corn, two of the most popular grains in the world. what conclusions can be drawn about this fact? (1 point)
wheat and corn are well suited to the growing conditions found in the united states.
wheat and corn are more profitable to grow than rice.
wheat and corn require more intensive farming than rice.
wheat and corn grow well in regions with little available land for farming.
wheat and corn are more nutritious and desirable to consumers in the united states than rice.

The correct answer for 38 is: "I, II, III, and IV".

The rise of agribusiness was fueled by technological developments like the standardization of procedures, that helped disseminate good practices among all farmers. Factory Farming is a consequence of the use of standardized techniques, as these practices were taken in order to make large scale production possible.

As a response to the growth of the industry, several businesses appeared as demand for "organic" products (products that were not grown with fertilizers and other substances) is growing.

The growing need for alternative fuels to the traditional fossil fuels has made many farmers shift their strategy to growing crops that area primary resource for alternative fuels. This hinders the food industry and has faced resistance from other groups.

The correct answer for question 39, is the conclusion I.

Territories within the United States offer favorable conditions that make it possible for wheat and corn to grow. One cannot pick the other conclusions as they are making inferences on information that is not available in the statement.