What was the main reason khrushchev called for increased agricultural output? a. to improve the standard of living b. to eliminate hunger among the poor c. to create more confidence in the government d. to discourage the production of more goods

Khrushchev increased the agricultural production in order to raise living standards. Before him, many people had died in famines due to the forced collectivization of agriculture. Though he used to be in agreement with Joseph Stalin, he ended up changing his mind and having to address the mess that Stalin left behind.