ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

SCARCITY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the ratio of people that do not have clean water to drink? What paragraph is this information in?
A
1 in 100, paragraph 2
B
1 in 10, paragraph 3
C
1 in 1, 000, paragraph 1
D
1 in 10, paragraph 2
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It is estimated that 1 in 10 people (785 million) still lack basic services, including the 144 million who drink untreated surface water.

Detailed explanation-2: -771 million (1 in 10) people do not have access to safe water. Furthermore, about 4 billion people, representing nearly two-thirds of the world population, experience severe water scarcity during at least one month of the year.

Detailed explanation-3: -What percentage of the world’s population faces a lack of clean drinking water? 1 in 3 people, or 33% of the world’s population, does not have access to clean drinking water.

Detailed explanation-4: -According to the World Health Organization and UNICEF, 90% of the world’s population used at least basic drinking water services, increasing from 88% in 2015. If current trends continue, the world will reach 94% coverage by 2030.

Detailed explanation-5: -Benefits of Drinking Water Getting enough water every day is important for your health. Drinking water can prevent dehydration, a condition that can cause unclear thinking, result in mood change, cause your body to overheat, and lead to constipation and kidney stones.

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