At one time, corn varieties were rated in terms of "days to maturity." Why was this rating system unsuccessful?
A)Incorrect implementation by farmers
B)Corn matures more quickly than other crops.
C)Inaccurate meteorological theories
D)Inaccurate meteorological equipment
E)In actual practice, corn took considerably longer in some areas than others.

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The "days to maturity" rating system for corn varieties was unsuccessful because corn's maturation time can vary significantly depending on the geographic location and local environmental conditions. This means that a variety that matures in a certain number of days in one area might take considerably longer in another area due to differences in climate, soil, and other growing conditions.

At One Time, Corn Varieties Were Rated in Terms of "Days