Extremely Cold Winter Weather Has Destroyed Oranges in Florida

question 120

Multiple Choice

Extremely cold winter weather has destroyed oranges in Florida. The freeze has caused

• A)scarcity because there are less oranges now than people want.
• B)scarcity because people have to switch to other types of citrus fruits.
• C)a shortage because people cannot obtain as many oranges as they wish to buy at the pre-freeze price.
• D)a shortage because the orange growers will have less income.

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