In which of the following societies might slavery most likely exist?
A) the pastoral society
B) the agricultural society
C) the industrial society
D) the hunting and gathering society

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Slavery has historically been most prevalent in agricultural societies, where there was a need for labor to cultivate crops and maintain large farms or plantations. Pastoral societies rely on animal herding and hunting and gathering societies do not typically have the surplus resources to support slavery. In industrial societies, technological advancements and changes in labor practices have made slavery less common.

In Which of the Following Societies Might Slavery Most Likely