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Why is only 10% of Australia’s land used for crop farming, even though over 55% of Australia’s land is used for agriculture?

A.
Agriculture is a small part of the economy; more land is needed for manufacturing, mining, and urban development.
B.
Australia has a small population, and there isn’t a need for more crops.
C.
Not all of the agricultural land is located in areas with climates suitable for crop farming.
D.
The government decides how to allocate land use.

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The answer is - Agriculture is a small part of the economy; more land is needed for manufacturing, mining, and urban development.
Animals are usually on land not factories. They can help with crops, etc.
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Step-by-step explanation:

C.

Not all of the agricultural land is located in areas with climates suitable for crop farming.

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