Question

Over the past 10 years, Country A has needed fewer and fewer farmers even though its population is growing and its economy is doing well. What is the most likely reason Country A needs fewer farmers?
A.
People in Country A are eating less and less each year.
B.
People have started making fun of farmers, so no one wants to farm anymore.
C.
Improved technology in agriculture means it takes fewer farmers to produce the food the country needs.
D.
This situation is impossible because countries always need more farmers

Answer 1

C.

Improved agricultural technology (mechanization, better seeds, fertilizers, irrigation, and farming methods) increases productivity so fewer farmers can produce the same or more food. Options A and B don't explain rising productivity, and D is incorrect.