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By what year is it predicted that two-thirds of the world will lack access to clean drinking water?

• 2050

• 2040

• 2030

• 2025

Answer explanation

By 2030, it is predicted that two-thirds of the world will lack access to clean drinking water, making 2030 the correct choice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

What happens when water is treated as a commodity?

• Corporate control of drinking water increases

• Water becomes less expensive

• The quality of water improves

• It becomes more accessible

Answer explanation

Treating water as a commodity leads to an increase in corporate control of drinking water, not making it less expensive, improving quality, or making it more accessible.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What is the cost comparison mentioned between bottled water and gasoline?

• Bottled water is cheaper

• There is no cost comparison mentioned

• Bottled water costs about the same

• Bottled water is more expensive

Answer explanation

Bottled water is more expensive compared to gasoline, as mentioned in the cost comparison provided.

Which company is one of the largest profiteers from bottled water?

• Coca-Cola

• Nestle

• Dasani

• Pepsi

Answer explanation

Nestle is one of the largest profiteers from bottled water, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

What rule does Maine operate under regarding groundwater?

• Regulated Riparian

• Public Trust

• Absolute Dominion

• Sustainable Yield

Answer explanation

Maine operates under the rule of Absolute Dominion regarding groundwater, giving landowners the right to use the water beneath their property without restriction.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

What is the main issue with Nestle's water mining in rural towns?

• It provides jobs to the local community

• It improves the town's infrastructure

• It increases the town's revenue

• It leads to water scarcity and environmental impact

Answer explanation

The main issue with Nestle's water mining in rural towns is that it leads to water scarcity and environmental impact.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

What was the bottled water sales figure for Nestle in 2008?

• More than $1 billion

• More than $2 billion

• More than $3 billion

• More than $4 billion

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'More than $3 billion' because Nestle's bottled water sales figure in 2008 exceeded $3 billion.

What does 'absolute dominion' mean in the context of water rights?

• Everyone has equal access to water

• The state controls all water rights

• He who has the biggest pump gets the most water

• Water cannot be owned by any individual or corporation

Answer explanation

In the context of water rights, 'absolute dominion' means that he who has the biggest pump gets the most water, indicating that the amount of water one can access is determined by the size of their pump.

What is the main concern with corporate control over water?

• It promotes environmental conservation

• It can result in restricted access and higher prices

• It leads to better water distribution

• It ensures water purity

Answer explanation

Corporate control over water can result in restricted access and higher prices, limiting availability to those who cannot afford it.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

What is the impact of bottled water on the environment?

• It has no significant impact

• It promotes recycling

• It encourages sustainable water use

• It leads to increased plastic waste and pollution

Answer explanation

Bottled water leads to increased plastic waste and pollution, impacting the environment negatively.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3