Multiple choice general knowledge

This North American city sits on top of an underground reservoir and is believed to be sinking into the earth at the rate of 6 to 8 inches per year.Which is the city?

  1. Mexico City, Mexico

  2. Montreal, Canada

  3. Miami, Florida

  4. Barrow, Alaska

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Mexico City is built on a former lake bed and has been extracting groundwater faster than it's replenished, causing significant subsidence. The city sinks 6-8 inches annually in some areas, making option A correct.