Which of the Following Characterizes the Shift in the Distribution

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characterizes the shift in the distribution of the American population between 1950 and 2000?

• A) The percentage of Americans living in suburbs increased, while the percentages living in rural areas and cities decreased.
• B) The percentage of Americans living in cities increased, while the percentages living in rural areas and suburbs decreased.
• C) The percentages of Americans living in cities and rural areas increased, while the percentage living in suburbs decreased.
• D) The percentages of Americans living in rural areas and suburbs increased, while the percentage living in cities decreased.
• E) The percentages of Americans living in the cities and suburbs increased, while the percentage living in rural areas decreased.

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Definitions:

Water Divisions

The categorization or partitioning of water resources into manageable sections or jurisdictions for the purposes of administration, usage, and conservation.

Irrigation Districts

Special-purpose districts designed to develop and manage water resources for agricultural irrigation within a specific geographic area.

Western Farmers

Refers to agricultural workers and landowners in the western regions of the United States, who have historically faced distinct challenges such as water scarcity and distance from markets.