Which law represents the fact that the initial dramatic yields realized by crops that have received inputs of energy,water,fertilizer,and pesticides eventually level off?
A) the first law of thermodynamics
B) the tragedy of the commons law
C) the prevention vs. treatment law
D) the law of diminishing returns

Question

Which law represents the fact that the initial dramatic yields realized by crops that have received inputs of energy,water,fertilizer,and pesticides eventually level off? 
A) the first law of thermodynamics 
B) the tragedy of the commons law 
C) the prevention vs. treatment law 
D) the law of diminishing returns

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The law of diminishing returns states that as more inputs are added to a system, the additional output will eventually decrease. This law applies to crop yields because initially, adding energy, water, fertilizer, and pesticides can dramatically increase yields. However, eventually, the additional input will not result in a corresponding increase in output, and yields will level off.

Which Law Represents the Fact That the Initial Dramatic Yields