Approximately 80% of the population on Madagascar consists of subsistence farmers who use a slash and burn technique called ________ to clear forests.

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The given description of the farming technique matches the method of tavy, which involves cutting down and burning areas of forest for cultivation. This method is commonly used by subsistence farmers on Madagascar. The other options are not relevant to this description of farming in Madagascar.

Approximately 80% of the Population on Madagascar Consists of Subsistence