Question

many cultures and religions have customs which deal with the way they use the land. for example, in judaism, it is required that a field be left fallow (unplanted) every seventh year. what is one beneficial effect of customs like this?
a they prevent the land from being overused.
b they cause less competition among farmers.
c they make the land more valuable to farmers.
d they force people to farm more recklessly at other times.

Explanation:

The custom of leaving fields fallow every seventh year (as in Judaism) allows the land to rest, replenish nutrients, and avoid degradation from continuous planting. This directly prevents overuse of the land. Other options are incorrect: B (no link to farmer competition), C (value isn’t the direct effect), D (reckless farming is not a benefit).

Answer:

A. They prevent the land from being overused.