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Read the passage: The concept of 'sustainable intensification' in agriculture aims to increase yields without expanding the land used, thereby protecting biodiversity. It requires a delicate balance between chemical inputs and ecological management. Question: What is the primary goal of sustainable intensification?
ATo use more land for farming
BTo increase yields while protecting biodiversity on existing land
CTo stop using chemicals entirely
DTo move farming to the mountains
✓ Correct Answer: B — To increase yields while protecting biodiversity on existing land
The passage states the goal is to increase yields without expanding land, to protect biodiversity.
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