Assumption Behind Climate Policy Impact on Agriculture

Hard Assumption Identify Assumptions

In a recent article about climate change, the author claims, "Reducing carbon emissions is essential to mitigate climate change effects on agriculture." The article supports this claim by stating that recent studies show a direct correlation between high carbon levels and decreased crop yields. Based on this argument, the author concludes that policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions will be beneficial for agricultural production.

Which of the following is an assumption underlying the author's argument?

Agricultural production has no other factors influencing crop yields besides carbon emissions.

Policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions will not negatively impact agricultural practices.

The correlation between carbon emissions and crop yields is true across all crops and regions.

Mitigating climate change will result in an overall improvement in agricultural production.

Public support for climate policies will remain consistent over the years.

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