What might cause a well to hold less water each year?(1 point)

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The aquifer has slowly become dry over time.
The aquifer has slowly become dry over time.

An earthquake shifted the aquifer to a new spot.
An earthquake shifted the aquifer to a new spot.

The groundwater reaches freezing temperature.
The groundwater reaches freezing temperature.

The rocks in the well become harder.
The rocks in the well become harder.

Answer 1

The most likely cause for a well to hold less water each year is: The aquifer has slowly become dry over time.

This indicates a depletion of the water source that feeds the well, often due to over-extraction, reduced recharge, or changes in climate that affect groundwater levels. The other options are less plausible reasons for reduced water levels in a well.