Which of the following could be determined after an investigation of land and resource use practices of the Maya?(1 point)

Question

Responses

The Maya became vulnerable to climate variability.
The Maya became vulnerable to climate variability.

Slash and burn agriculture had minimal long-term consequences.
Slash and burn agriculture had minimal long-term consequences.

Deforestation allowed for constantly full reservoirs.
Deforestation allowed for constantly full reservoirs.

Food remained abundant and trade routes intact.

Answer 1

The most accurate response that could be determined after an investigation of land and resource use practices of the Maya is:

The Maya became vulnerable to climate variability.

Research has shown that the Maya civilization faced significant challenges due to climate changes, which affected their agricultural practices and ultimately contributed to their decline. The other statements are less supported by evidence and do not accurately reflect the consequences of the Maya's land and resource use practices.