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AP Human Geography
Unit 5 – Agriculture and Rural Land–Use
Topic 5.6
What is the major distinguishing factor between subsistence farming and commercial agriculture?
Only subsistence farmers grow crops, not commercial ones.
Subsistence farming produces for local consumption while commercial agriculture serves a wider market.
Only commercial farms are found in developing countries, not subsistence ones.
Commercial agriculture relies on animal labor while subsistence farming uses machinery.
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AP Human Geography - 5.6 Agricultural Production Regions
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