Which One of the Following Statements Is TRUE Regarding Rural

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding rural poverty?

• A) Less than 25% of the world's population lives in rural poverty.
• B) The problems of land use in rural areas are similar to those in cities.
• C) Those in impoverished rural communities will often cut down all trees for fuel and shelter.
• D) The use of communal lands in impoverished rural areas is carefully monitored.
• E) Few individuals living in rural areas depend on the local environment for sustenance.

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