Question

Economic Data for Selected Middle Eastern Countries (2009 CIA estimates) Country GDP per capita GDP Growth Rate (per year) Oil Production (bbl/day, in millions) Literacy Rates Iran $12,500 1.5% 4.17 77% Israel $28,400 0.2% 0.03 97% Qatar $119,500 9.5% 1.21 89% Saudi Arabia $20,600 0.1% 2.43 79% What is the BEST explanation as to why Israel produces so few barrels of oil? A) They refuse to export their oil. B) They have been in a decade-long war with Iran. C) They have very little oil to drill and extract. D) They do not have the ability to extract oil from the earth

Answer 1

Answer:

C) They have very little oil to drill and extract.

Explanation:

The reason why Israel produces so little is a geologic one: they have very little oil to drill and extract. Even though many countries in the region are able to have a vibrant, oil-based economy, Israel's strong economic footing come from more technical pursuits.

Answer 2

The answer is c, they have very little oil to drill and extract.