Question

The relationship between the Green Revolution and marketed surplus can be best described as:

Options

• The Green Revolution decreased marketed surplus

• The Green Revolution eliminated the need for marketed surplus

• The Green Revolution had no effect on marketed surplus

• The Green Revolution increased marketed surplus

Answer 1

The Green Revolution increased marketed surplus. By boosting production through HYV seeds, fertilizers, and insecticides, farmers produced more than their self-consumption needs, increasing the portion available for sale in markets.