Subsidence of the Earth's Surface

question 7

Multiple Choice

Subsidence of the Earth's surface:

• A) can be caused by removal of ground water.
• B) can be caused by excessive addition of irrigation water.
• C) results from expansion of the pore spaces in an aquifer.
• D) can usually be reversed.

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Definitions:

Labor Surplus

Refers to a situation where the supply of labor exceeds the demand for labor in the market, leading to unemployment or underemployment.

Outsourcing

The practice of hiring third parties to perform services or create goods that were traditionally done in-house, often to save costs or tap into specialized expertise.

Labor Surplus

A situation in the labor market where the supply of labor exceeds the demand for labor, often leading to unemployment or decreased wages.

Reduced Work Hours

An employment arrangement where the number of hours worked is less than the standard full-time schedule, often to promote work-life balance.