Multiple choice

What is a food desert?

  1. a desert in which crops grow

  2. an area in which no nutrious food crops grow

  3. a desert that is near many food sources

  4. an area where nutritious food is difficult to find
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D Correct answer
Explanation

A food desert is a geographic area where residents have few, if any, convenient options for purchasing affordable and healthy foods. This is typically due to a lack of grocery stores, farmers' markets, and healthy food providers.

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