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Archeological, fossil, and geological data provide information on the Mayan populations and their environment in Mexico, in the Caribbean state of Yucatán. The graphs depict population size, percentage of the land that was forested, and the amount of soil erosion. Based on the figure, what can you conclude about the history of land use in the southern Yucatán?

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Archeological, fossil, and geological data provide information on the Mayan populations and their environment in Mexico, in the Caribbean state of Yucatán. The graphs depict population size, percentage of the land that was forested, and the amount of soil erosion. Based on the figure, what can you conclude about the history of land use in the southern Yucatán?

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The graphs show that as the Mayan population increased, the percentage of forested land decreased and the amount of soil erosion increased. This suggests that the Mayan population contributed to deforestation and soil erosion, likely through agricultural practices, which may have ultimately led to their population decline. The graph does not provide evidence for choices A, B, or D.

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