Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 261

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) The root cause of mass starvation is a lack of food.
• B) Most mass starvations have been intentional.
• C) Mass starvation is less likely in democracies.
• D) Greater political competition is associated with higher levels of food distribution.

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Definitions:

Germ

A microorganism, especially one that causes disease; commonly used to refer to pathogens or microbes.

Endosperm

The part of a seed that acts as a food store for the developing plant embryo, usually containing starch with protein and other nutrients.

Essential Nutrients

Nutrients necessary for normal body functioning that must be obtained from the diet; includes vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Chemical Reactions

Processes that involve the transformation of one set of chemical substances to another.