Question

Human habitations and installations occupy land area

• A. 36.6%
• B. 16.6%
• C. 2.6%
• D. 0.6%

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

2.6%

One-fourth of earth's area is land which is covered by forests, agricultural farms and the urban and rural habitats of man. Out of total land area on earth, 52% of land is covered by forests, 20 % is occupied by deserts, 11% is occupied by agricultural farms and 2.6% is occupied by human settlements.

So, the correct answer is '2.6%'.