Which statement correctly compares competing theories on Mayan civilization’s collapse?(1 point)

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The environmental degradation theory and the warfare theory both explain how climate change led to civil unrest.
The environmental degradation theory and the warfare theory both explain how climate change led to civil unrest.

The overpopulation theory and the warfare theory both explain that warfare led to population decreases.
The overpopulation theory and the warfare theory both explain that warfare led to population decreases.

The overpopulation theory and the environmental degradation theory both explain that warfare led to food shortages.
The overpopulation theory and the environmental degradation theory both explain that warfare led to food shortages.

The overpopulation theory and the environmental degradation theory both explain that droughts caused famines in the classical period.

Answer 1

The correct statement for comparing competing theories on Mayan civilization's collapse is:

"The overpopulation theory and the environmental degradation theory both explain that droughts caused famines in the classical period."

This comparison encapsulates how these theories intertwine aspects of population dynamics and environmental stresses, including climate impacts like drought, contributing to the decline of the civilization.