Which one of the following statements best describes the future of global freshwater supplies?
a. Water shortages are likely to become less frequent in both developed and developing countries
b. Water shortages are likely to become less frequent in developing countries but more frequent in developed countries
c. Water shortages are likely to continue at present rates in both developing and developed countries
d. Water shortages are likely to increase, mainly in developed countries
e. Water shortages are likely to increase, mainly in developing countries
Ans: e. Water shortages are likely to increase, mainly in developing countries
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A. True B. False C. Uncertain
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A) the rationing function of prices is not allowed to function freely. B) the price system operates more efficiently. C) all trades are as mutually beneficial to each party as possible. D) scarcity usually disappears.
Exhibit 6-2 Refer to Exhibit 6-2. How many persons are not participating in the labor force in year 2?
a. 200 million b. 50 million c. 75 million d. 175 million e. 100 million
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A) foreigners benefiting from the restrictions will be a major source of political contributions. B) organized interest groups benefiting from the restrictions will make large contributions to political campaigns while most others will not feel strongly about the restrictions. C) the restrictions will lead to lower prices and substantial benefits for consumer groups. D) the restrictions will generate substantial benefits for consumer groups at the expense of well-organized labor and industrial interests.