Question

1. which problem does the passage say can result from areas having limited freshwater?

a. conflicts over water rights and access
b. global cooling
c. increased snowfall
d. more lakes forming

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Limited freshwater can lead to disputes over who has rights to use it and how to access it, which is a logical consequence.
• Option B: Global cooling is not related to limited freshwater availability; in fact, climate change (often warming) affects freshwater.
• Option C: Limited freshwater would likely lead to less snowfall, not increased, as snow is a form of freshwater accumulation.
• Option D: Limited freshwater would not cause more lakes to form; lakes require sufficient water, and limited supply would hinder lake formation.

Answer:

A. Conflicts over water rights and access