Question

Which statement best explains why desalination plants are located in areas other than Egypt and the northern sections of the Middle East?

These areas already have an adequate supply of freshwater.
These areas get their freshwater from other countries.
These areas have access to an adequate supply of ocean water.
These areas have mountain ranges that prevent construction.

Answer 1

A. These areas already have an adequate supply of freshwater.

Step-by-step explanation:

Freshwater is already in ample supply in these places.

Answer 2

These areas already have an adequate supply of freshwater.