Which of the Following Is Evidence of the Shortage of Fresh

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is evidence of the shortage of fresh water now found around the world?

• A) China's supply of ground water is increasing, while everywhere else it's declining rapidly.
• B) Water supply in the Middle East is at a sustainable level, while everywhere else it's declining rapidly.
• C) Mexico City has pumped so much water from the ground that the city continues to sink about two inches per year.
• D) The use of bottled water is required in most first-world countries.

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