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In paddy cultivation, maintaining a shallow standing water layer of about 2–5 cm depth (rather than deep flooding) throughout most of the crop's vegetative growth period is primarily recommended to achieve which objective?

A Maximize weed growth
B Increase lodging risk deliberately
C Reduce grain yield intentionally
D Optimize tillering and nutrient availability
E Promote deep root dormancy
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