The essential prerequisite for the growth of cities is society's:
A) ability to create an urban infrastructure
B) growth in industry and technology
C) desire to urbanize
D) ability to cope with the issue of waste and sanitation
E) ability to produce food surpluses allowing city-dwellers to spend their time on other types of work

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The growth of cities historically depended on the ability to produce food surpluses, which allowed people to engage in activities other than agriculture, such as trade, crafts, and governance, leading to urban development.

The Essential Prerequisite for the Growth of Cities Is Society's