Question

One of the most significant impacts of the increased use of chemical fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides is __________.
A.
a decreased need for irrigation
B.
increased labor requirements
C.
dramatic increases in production
D.
decreased pollution

Answer 1

C. dramatic increases in production

The widespread use of chemical fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides has been a major factor in substantially raising crop yields and overall agricultural production (e.g., the Green Revolution).