Passage: 'Traditional agroforestry integrates timber trees with seasonal crops, maintaining soil organic matter, minimizing erosion on steep slopes, and sustaining biodiversity.' What role do trees play in agroforestry according to the text?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Enhancing soil conservation and biodiversity preservation
- Step 1: Look at specific benefits listed: 'maintaining soil organic matter, minimizing erosion... sustaining biodiversity'. Step 2. This demonstrates soil conservation and biodiversity preservation. Answer: Enhancing soil conservation and biodiversity preservation. Why not the others: Trees prevent erosion rather than accelerating deforestation; they do not eliminate water needs or suppress microbes.
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