A horticultural system of cultivation is characterized by
A) intensive use of land and human labor.
B) the use of irrigation and terracing.
C) developing almost exclusively in arid areas.
D) lack of proper knowledge about plant domestication.
E) periodic cycles of cultivation and fallowing.

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A horticultural system of cultivation involves periodic cycles of cultivation and fallowing, where a plot of land is used for a period of time, and then left fallow for a period of time to restore its fertility. This system is common in areas with low population density and abundant land resources, where farmers can afford to leave land fallow to let it recover. It is also a more sustainable system, as it allows the soil to rest and prevents depletion of nutrients.

A Horticultural System of Cultivation Is Characterized by