Mark Cohen argues that the main reason for groups to adopt agriculture was:
a) the failure of hunter-gatherers to have a balanced diet.
b) increased population density, a direct result of the success of hunter-gather
communities.
c) increased conflicts with other groups.
d) a decision on the part of leaders to claim land.
ANS: B
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