Question

Which of the following is not a way to conserve water?

• A. replace
• B. reduce
• C. reuse
• D. recycle

Answer 1

The correct option is A

replace

The correct option is A.

Explanation for correct option:

1. The 3R's mantra that is used for the conservation of water includes reduce, reuse and recycle.
2. Thus, replace is not a way to conserve water.

Explanation for incorrect options:

Option B:

1. Reduce is one of the ways to conserve water in which water can be used in a limited manner.
2. For eg: vegetables can be washed in a bowl instead of tap water which will help in conserving water.

Option C:

1. Reuse is also one of the ways to conserve water.
2. For eg: the water that is used to wash vegetables can be used again to water garden plants.

Option D:

Recycle is a way to conserve water which is used for nonportable purposes like agriculture, public parks, etc.

Final answer:

Replace is not a way to conserve water.