A structural model of the transition to agriculture
Journal of Economic Growth • Vol/Iss. 13 • Published In • Pages: 257-292 •
By Baker, Matthew
Hypothesis
Societies that practice agriculture will be more technologically advanced, have greater population densities, operate in environments that are richer and more amenable to agriculture, and will be closer to the Fertile Crescent and/or another original hearth of agriculture (267).
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Difference of means | Supported | p<.05 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | Association | Agriculture, Annual Cycle, Diet, Food Quest |
| Environment | Association | Climate, Fauna, Flora |
| Population Density | Association | Population |
| Proximity To Agricultural Hearths | Association | Location |
| Technological Advancement | Association | Writing, Agricultural Machinery, Occupational Specialization |