It once took 90 percent of our population to grow our food. It now takes only 3 percent of the population to grow our food. Which of the following statements is true?

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This is progress because the freed-up labor is used to produce other goods. The reduction in the number of farmers has led to the development of other industries, which has helped in the growth of the economy. Hence, D is the correct choice. The other options are incorrect because the loss of jobs in one particular sector does not necessarily mean that it is detrimental to the economy, the government providing subsidies may not be a feasible solution, and the reduction in the number of farmers does not explain the increase in food prices.

It Once Took 90 Percent of Our Population to Grow