Which of the following is a disadvantage of rain forest agroforestry compared to slash-and-burn farming methods?(1 point)

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increased start-up costs
increased start-up costs

faster rates of deforestation
faster rates of deforestation

decreased shade for crops
decreased shade for crops

prevention of soil erosion
prevention of soil erosion

Answer 1

The disadvantage of rain forest agroforestry compared to slash-and-burn farming methods is increased start-up costs. Agroforestry systems typically require more initial investment in terms of planning, planting, and management compared to the more immediate but destructive approach of slash-and-burn farming.