Question

Which are negative consequences of restricting agricultural water use in the Middle East? Check all that apply.

agricultural production drops
unemployment increases
agricultural production increases
demand for imports go up
new water sources are found
A B C D E

Answer 1

A, B, D

- Agricultural production drops (A): restricting water reduces irrigation and yields.
- Unemployment increases (B): lower production means fewer farm jobs and related employment.
- Demand for imports go up (D): reduced domestic output raises need to import food.

"C" is the opposite effect, and "E" (new water sources found) is an adaptation/solution, not a negative consequence.