Question

which statement provides the best argument in favor of deforestation? deforestation prevents erosion of farmland. deforestation prevents air and water pollution. deforestation does not affect climate around the globe. deforestation opens up land for mining and cattle ranching.

Explanation:

• Deforestation typically increases farmland erosion, so the first option is incorrect.
• Deforestation contributes to air and water pollution, making the second option wrong.
• Deforestation alters global climate by reducing carbon sequestration, so the third option is false.
• Clearing forests does create land for human activities like mining and cattle ranching, which is a commonly cited (though controversial) practical argument in favor of deforestation.

Answer:

D. Deforestation opens up land for mining and cattle ranching.