The option that best explains a negative economic consequence of the Green Revolution in less developed countries compared to more developed countries is:
Option D: Because of the increased capital investment required to produce new crop varieties using technology that was pioneered in more developed countries, there was an increase in wealth disparity in many farming communities in less developed countries.
This option highlights the economic inequality that can arise from the Green Revolution, as wealthier farmers often have greater access to the capital required to invest in new technologies, leading to disparities between those who can afford these investments and those who cannot. This phenomenon can exacerbate existing inequalities within farming communities and limit opportunities for smaller farmers in less developed countries.