Asked by Samantha Moyer on Apr 28, 2024

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Which of the following was one of the earliest domesticates in the Americas?​

A) ​wheat
B) ​rice
C) ​squash
D) ​corn

Domesticates

Animals or plants that have been selected and bred for human use, often to the extent that they require human care for survival.

Americas

Refers to the continents of North and South America, including all of their associated islands and territories.

Squash

A type of plant from the gourd family, cultivated as a vegetable.

  • Identify key crops domesticated by ancient human societies and their global impact on agriculture.
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Garrett DaehneMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Squash is one of the earliest plants domesticated in the Americas, dating back over 10,000 years ago.