Cattle ranching is important for Brazil’s economy. However, large herds of cattle need lots of space to graze. If cattle ranching expanded in Brazil, which of the following industries would this MOST negatively impact?

A.
agriculture

B.
mining

C.
manufacturing

D.
lumber

A.

Explanation:

Since the expansion of cattle ranching means that they will take up more space to graze, that will negatively impact the agricultural industry because a lot of potential farmland won't be used.

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explanation:

productive can also mean:

these depend on how the word productive is used. most likely productive will mean   achieving or producing a significant amount or result.

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