What Has Increased the Annual Reliable Runoff Available for Our

question 3

Multiple Choice

What has increased the annual reliable runoff available for our use by nearly 33%?​

• A) ​sustainable water use practices
• B) ​dams
• C) ​aquifers
• D) ​drip irrigation
• E) water conservation subsidies​

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Definitions:

Income Effect

Refers to adjustments in consumer behavior as a result of changes in purchasing power, influencing the demand for products and services.

Substitution Effect

The change in consumption patterns due to a change in relative prices, where consumers substitute a cheaper alternative for a more expensive good.

Price

The cash value expected, required, or contributed in transaction for an item.

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A genus of perennial flowering plants known for their tall spikes of colorful flowers.