The "silent giant" that feeds most of the world's poor is inefficient because it relies upon
A)subsistence farming best suited for low population densities in regions with the fastest population growth.
B)subsistence farming best suited for high population densities in regions with the slowest population growth.
C)agricultural practices that require the heavy use of fertilizers and pesticides that degrade the environment.
D)individuals walking over large regions to collect wild fruits,nuts,berries,and wood for fuel.

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Subsistence farming, which involves growing only enough food for one's own consumption, is best suited for low population densities where there is plenty of land available for farming. However, in regions with the fastest population growth, there is increased competition for land, resulting in smaller plots, overuse of resources, and decreased productivity. This inefficiency leads to widespread poverty and hunger.

The "Silent Giant" That Feeds Most of the World's Poor