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Thinning define as:

Correct answer: C. Both (a) & (b)

  • A. Felling made in an immature stand for the purpose of improving the growth
  • B. Form of the trees that remain, without permanently breaking the canopy
  • C. Both (a) & (b)
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Thinning means selectively felling trees in an immature stand to improve the growth of the trees retained. It is normally carried out without permanently breaking the stand canopy, so both statements fit.

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