A subsistence economy is one that ________

A) meets its needs without working for wages and purchasing necessities
B) meets its needs by overfishing lakes and rivers
C) purchases goods and services from others
D) meets is needs while causing ecosystem destruction
E) purchases resources for immediate use


Answer: A

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Fill in the blank with correct word.

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