Plantations established to exploit labor and resources in the periphery are geared toward

A) high value crops like indigo, sugar and cocoa.
B) mixed fruits and vegetables like tomatoes and apples.
C) staple crops like corn and potatoes.
D) industrial crops like hemp, flax and sunflowers.
E) both staple crops like corn and potatoes and high value crops like indigo, sugar, and cocoa.


Answer: A

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