Question

the map below shows the geography of the middle east.
what conclusion can be drawn about the water supply in the middle east?
water is scarce because there are few lakes and rivers and countries cannot ship it around the many mountains.
water is scarce because there are few lakes and rivers and many mountain ranges block rain from moving inland.
water is abundant because there are many rivers and lakes and few mountain ranges to block rain from moving inland.
water is abundant because there are many rivers and lakes and countries have figured out a way to share it.

Explanation:

The Middle East is a predominantly arid/semi-arid region with very few natural lakes and rivers. Mountain ranges like the Zagros and Taurus block moist air masses from reaching inland areas, limiting rainfall, which exacerbates water scarcity. The other options incorrectly claim water is abundant or cite shipping barriers as the main scarcity cause, which is not accurate.

Answer:

Water is scarce because there are few lakes and rivers and many mountain ranges block rain from moving inland.