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CLEP Social Sciences

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Why did the development of agriculture lead to a dramatic increase in population?
  1. The development of agriculture led to the end of the nomadic life.
  2. People no longer had to hunt and gather, which was highly dangerous.
  3. Farming led to a more stable source of food, which allowed for larger families and permanent homes.
  4. Agriculture and farming provided a much healthier diet than hunting and gathering did.
Explanation
Answer - C - The development of agriculture led to a dramatic increase in population because farming led to a more stable source of food, which allowed for larger families and permanent homes.

Key Takeaway: Population stayed low in hunting and gathering communities due to a general scarcity of food and the need to keep on the move. Once agriculture developed, populations could grow because communities could develop permanent settlements and have larger families, due to a more stable food supply.
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