Which of the following statements about Easter Island and the Rapanui is not correct?
A)The Rapanui first settled the island about 800 years ago.
B)When the Rapanui arrived,75% of the land was densely forested.
C)The Rapanui raised pigs and also fished for subsistence.
D)A large rat population on the island contributed to the ultimate destruction of the Rapanui.
E)When the Dutch arrived to the Island in 1722,there were no more than 3,000 Rapanui remaining.

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The Rapanui culture is known for its remarkable achievements in architecture and sculpture, such as the famous moai statues, rather than for raising pigs. Livestock farming, including pigs, was not a significant part of their subsistence strategy, which was more focused on agriculture, fishing, and the collection of wild bird eggs.

Which of the Following Statements About Easter Island and the Rapanui