Which of the following correctly describes the situation in Somalia, where drought and conflict have created water and food scarcity?(1 point)

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Responses

It is entirely an issue of structural scarcity.
It is entirely an issue of structural scarcity.

It is entirely an issue of physical scarcity.
It is entirely an issue of physical scarcity.

It is an issue of physical scarcity made worse by structural scarcity.
It is an issue of physical scarcity made worse by structural scarcity.

It is an issue of neither physical scarcity nor structural scarcity.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

It is an issue of physical scarcity made worse by structural scarcity.

This option acknowledges that while there are natural challenges such as drought (physical scarcity), the situation is exacerbated by structural factors such as conflict, inadequate infrastructure, and governance issues that hinder access to resources.