In the most technologically advanced form of preindustrial society, members are engaged primarily in food production. They increase their crop yields through such innovations as the plow. This type of society is called a(n)
A. hunting-and-gathering society.
B. postmodern society.
C. horticultural society.
D. agrarian society.
Answer: D
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