A.
Rural populations deceased as technological developments improved the efficiency of the farming process, reducing labor needs in rural areas.
B.
An emphasis on crop diversification led to rising profits for farm operations, resulting in a decline in unemployment in rural areas.
C.
An emphasis on the use of expensive fertilizers led to declining profits for farm operations, resulting in a rise in unemployment in rural areas.
D.
Rural populations increased as new farming processes led to the expansion of farm operations, increasing labor needs in rural areas.
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The correct answer is:
A. Rural populations decreased as technological developments improved the efficiency of the farming process, reducing labor needs in rural areas.
Following World War II, agricultural developments, particularly in technology and mechanization, significantly reduced the demand for labor in rural farming areas. This resulted in many people moving to urban areas for employment opportunities, leading to a decrease in rural populations.
