In most countries, food is plentiful, but in other countries, or even areas of countries, food is extremely scarce. Yet, ironically, overall, food is plentiful in the world. There are several reasons for this uneven distribution of food. What is one of these reasons?
A. Wars and conflicts can disrupt farming and food production.
B. Food prices are often stable.
C. Increases in CO2 emissions reduce the number of people interested in farming.
D. Immigration patterns alter the number of people available for farming.
Answer: A
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