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Question 1 

What new demand has caused the annual growth in grain consumption to double in recent years, from 21 million tons / year (1990-2005) to 45 million tons / year (2005-2011)?

 Question 2 

What is the desired minimum safe level of food security?

Question 3 

What is the typical percent of income that is spent on food by consumers in the USA?

Question 4 

0.67 / 1 pts 

Which of the following are on the "supply" side of the food equation? (select all that apply)

Question 5 

Which of the following are on the "demand" side of the food equation? (select all that apply)

Question 6 

Describe one fact or 'ah-ha' moment that surprised you in this first chapter.

Your Answer: 

I was surprised by how small of a percentage goes to food for the average American. For me, it feels like significantly more than that. However, this may be because I am a college kid. 

 

1 year ago

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