Asked by Rawan Al-Shareef on May 12, 2024

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America's indigenous peoples were the first cultivators of what percentage of the crops grown in the world today?​

A) ​10
B) ​30
C) ​60
D) ​80

Indigenous Peoples

Ethnic groups who are the original inhabitants of a region, before the colonization or annexation of their territory by other populations, and who maintain traditions or aspects of an early culture associated with that region.

Crops Grown

Plants that are cultivated on a large scale for food, fuel, fiber, or feed.

  • Assess the contributions of indigenous peoples to global agriculture.
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Palito OrtegaMay 16, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, indigenous peoples are responsible for cultivating around 60% of the crops grown in the world today.