Question

terrace farming is another way to grow crops without many negative environmental outcomes. this method of farming has been used for centuries to grow foods on the sides of hills or mountains and was common in china, japan and peru. on a terrace farm, channels move runoff water slowly where it needs to go. this helps conserve soil and decrease erosion. urban farming might also have positive results on the environment. urban farming refers to farming done in cities. it often includes rooftop, patio and community gardens. in addition to connecting communities and creating an appreciation for nature, urban farming can be a source of local food that decreases pollution. rather than shipping their fresh veggies hundreds of miles on big trucks that need gasoline and pollute the air, people can grow those veggies for themselves in urban spaces. how can urban farming help the environment? a it can cut down on the gas and oil needed for shipping goods to the city. b it can eliminate the need to give farm animals antibiotics. c it can help keep the soil healthy and decrease erosion on the sides of hills or mountains. d it can stop drug - resistant bacteria from being released in the ecosystem.

Explanation:

The text states that urban farming can decrease pollution as people can grow fresh veggies in - urban spaces instead of shipping them hundreds of miles on big trucks that need gasoline. This implies cutting down on the gas and oil needed for shipping goods to the city.

Answer:

A. It can cut down on the gas and oil needed for shipping goods to the city.