Question

Which of the following might occur if people fail to conserve water?
a.
increased sewage system failures
b.
increased numbers of natural pollution filters
c.
increased water supply
d.
increased wildlife habitats

Answer 1

a.

Failing to conserve water can overtax water and wastewater systems, leading to failures or untreated discharge. It would not increase natural pollution filters, water supply, or wildlife habitats — those generally decline with overuse.