There are three major problems associated with the use of the Colorado River's water, including ____.

A. frequent flooding
B. water disputes between the United States and Canada
C. overflowing reservoirs
D. subsidence
E. the fact that the Colorado River basin includes some of the driest areas in the United States


Answer: E

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