Question

why has deforestation been a problem in both russian and north american deciduous forests?
because deciduous forests are located near farming populations.
because deciduous forests have fertile soil and a long growing season.
because deciduous forests tend to have shorter growing seasons.
because deciduous forests are located near riverways to remove logs for logging.

Explanation:

To determine why deforestation is a problem in Russian and North American deciduous forests, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Proximity to farming populations doesn't directly explain deforestation in both regions' deciduous forests.
• Option 2: Deciduous forests having fertile soil and a long growing season makes them attractive for agriculture and logging, driving deforestation. This aligns with the need for land and resources in these regions.
• Option 3: Shorter growing seasons would be a deterrent for activities causing deforestation, not a cause.
• Option 4: Proximity to riverways for logging is more specific to transportation but not the primary reason for deforestation in both regions compared to the soil and growing season factor.

Answer:

B. Because deciduous forests have fertile soil and a long growing season.