1. Farming allowed people to produce surplus food, which enabled some individuals to specialize in tasks other than agriculture, such as trade, crafting, or governing.
2. The ability to store and trade surplus food led to the development of trade networks and the accumulation of wealth.
3. The need to manage and protect farmland and resources led to the development of social hierarchies and organized systems of governance.
4. The sedentary lifestyle associated with farming allowed for the growth of permanent settlements, leading to the development of cities and complex urban societies.
which statements best summarizes how farming led to more complex societies
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