It takes 1 year to recharge 1" of groundwater in the aquifer. At the current use by farmers the water
table is dropping 2.25 feet/year. Looking ahead- what can you infer (conclude with evidence and
reasoning) will happen to the Ogallala Aquifer? Why?
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a. The farmers realize they are using too much water and want to reduce their use by 20%.
2.25 feet x 0.2 =
(water saved)
→ 2.25-
(water saved)=
feet dropped per year
b. In your opinion will using 20% less water a year solve the issue? Why or why not?