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As the population grows, the water supply shrinks due to the increased demand.
As the population grows, the water supply shrinks due to the increased demand. - no response given
As the population grows, the water supply grows proportionally because of the increased demand.
As the population grows, the water supply grows proportionally because of the increased demand. - incorrect
As the population grows, the water supply remains the same, thus increasing its demand.
As the population grows, the water supply remains the same, thus increasing its demand. - no response given
As the population grows, the water supply is increased due to modern technology.
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The statement that best describes the relationship between population growth and the underground water supply is:
As the population grows, the water supply shrinks due to the increased demand.
This reflects the reality that as more people require water for drinking, agriculture, and sanitation, the strain on the underground water supply often leads to depletion. Increased demand typically does not result in an increase in supply, especially if the water source is finite or over-exploited.
