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Practice Listening: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers ID: #37364 Short Disease Control
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We all know water is good for us and that we should probably drink more of it. So why, then, do Americans find it so difficult to sip from what is arguably the fountain of youth? Answers vary, but the fact is, one in 10 Americans drinks zero cups of water per day, according to a study by Dr. Alyson Goodman, a medical epidemiologist for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Zero. She suspects that those who don’t drink any water (or very little) are getting it from other sources such as food and coffee, but warns this may not be enough.

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Option 1: "Americans drink less water"

Explanation: The text states that one in 10 Americans drinks zero cups of water per day, indicating a significant lack of water consumption among Americans. This aligns with the idea that Americans drink less water than they should.

Option 2: "Americans get water from sources like food and coffee"

Explanation: The text mentions that those who do not drink water may be getting it from other sources such as food and coffee. This directly supports the option, confirming that these are alternative sources of hydration.

Option 3: "Water increases the blood circulation in the body."

Explanation: The text does not mention anything about water increasing blood circulation. This statement is not supported by the information provided, making it an incorrect option.

Option 4: "water helps you eat less food."

Explanation: The text does not discuss the relationship between water consumption and food intake. Therefore, this statement lacks support from the text and is considered incorrect.

Option 5: "It provides you with iron and calcium that the body requires."

Explanation: The text does not mention iron or calcium in relation to water. This statement is not addressed in the text, making it an incorrect option.

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