Formative Assessment 4: Deficit Solutions

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Instructions

In 100-150 words, you are expected to express a succinct, informed response to the question, based on the module content and assigned readings. In most cases there will be no specific correct answer, but your stated position must be supported.

Question

Which of the following possible solutions to fresh water deficits have (has), in your view, the least negative impact? Why?

  1. Build large dams to increase water storage
  2. Bank water in groundwater storage
  3. Encourage transfers from other consumptive uses and/or conservation
  4. Increase recycling and reuse of wastewater
  5. Desalination of seawater or shallow saline groundwater

Worksheet

This is a paper, there is no worksheet.

Submitting Your Assignment

Bring your typed and printed answers to class.

Scoring and Rubric

Each answer will earn a maximum of 25 points, as described in the rubric below.

Rubric
Work Shown Possible Points
Provides a well-reasoned response to the question posed 10
Uses correct grammar, spelling, and sentence structure 5
Includes one or more references to specific materials in Module or assigned reading 5
Appropriate length (100-150 words) 5