What happened as a result of people being able to trade and purchase food from other people?
A. They lacked proper nutrition.
B. They lived shorter lives.
C. They had more time to pursue crafts and trades.
D. There were large food shortages.

D.There were large food shortages.

As a result of people being able to trade and purchase food from other people.

Explanation:

From the following options, The people who were able to trad and purchase food from other people could be because of large food shortages.People started buying from each other to fulfill their basic food necessities.There is also a possibility where people have more stock to be sold.