Which outcome occurred in pre-Columbian terraced agriculture when erosion exceeded replenishment?

💡 Explanation

Declining soil nutrient retention occurred because soil erosion carries away topsoil, resulting in Nutrient Depletion, therefore reduced fertility ensued, rather than improved water infiltration or wind resistance which might happen if terraces were properly maintained.

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