Question

what gives turkey an advantage in providing water for its peoples needs compared to other countries in the region?
a. the black sea, the largest source of freshwater in the region, is located off of turkeys northern coast.
b. the tigris and euphrates rivers, two of the primary sources of freshwater in the region, originate in turkey.
c. turkeys population is less dependent on commercial agriculture than other countries in the region.
d. turkeys economy is less dependent on hydroelectricity than other countries in the region.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The Black Sea is saltwater, not a freshwater source, so this is incorrect.
• Option B: The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers originate in Turkey, making Turkey a key source of freshwater for the region (as these rivers supply water to downstream countries). This aligns with the question about Turkey’s advantage in providing water.
• Option C: Population dependence on commercial agriculture is not related to water provision advantage.
• Option D: Economic dependence on hydroelectricity does not address water provision for people’s needs.

Answer:

B. The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, two of the primary sources of freshwater in the region, originate in Turkey.