Question

which of the following are major long - term drawbacks of agriculture that continue to affect societies today? choose 2 answers; a weakened food production due to reliance on wild resources b the rise of social hierarchies c limited technological and cultural advancements d the depletion and destruction of natural systems

Explanation:

Agriculture led to the rise of social hierarchies as some controlled land and resources. Also, it has caused long - term depletion and destruction of natural systems through practices like deforestation for farmland and over - use of soil nutrients. Option A is incorrect as agriculture reduces reliance on wild resources. Option C is wrong as agriculture has spurred technological and cultural advancements.

Answer:

B. the rise of social hierarchies
D. the depletion and destruction of natural systems