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What has been mostly driving the rise in food prices in the U.S. over the past five years?
What has been mostly driving the rise in food prices in the U.S. over the past five years?
- Supply related factors such as adverse weather and transportation problems (correct)
- Fluctuating currency exchange rates
- Government policies affecting food prices
- Increased demand for food products
Which factor has been attributed as the number one reason for the rise in food prices?
Which factor has been attributed as the number one reason for the rise in food prices?
- Political instability in food exporting countries
- Changes in consumer preferences
- Technological advancements in food production
- Climate change affecting major food production areas (correct)
What was the situation of 35 million Americans in terms of food security before the Covid pandemic?
What was the situation of 35 million Americans in terms of food security before the Covid pandemic?
- They had access to a wide variety of food products
- They lived in households struggling to put food on the table (correct)
- They were all employed in the food industry
- They had surplus food supplies at home
What is described as a wicked problem in the context of food insecurity?
What is described as a wicked problem in the context of food insecurity?
What did the Biden administration do in August 2021 in relation to food assistance?
What did the Biden administration do in August 2021 in relation to food assistance?
What is the main concern for many Americans preparing for Thanksgiving this year?
What is the main concern for many Americans preparing for Thanksgiving this year?
Which food items are specifically mentioned to have seen price increases according to the text?
Which food items are specifically mentioned to have seen price increases according to the text?
What financial dilemma are some individuals facing in relation to celebrating Thanksgiving?
What financial dilemma are some individuals facing in relation to celebrating Thanksgiving?
What has been the trend in food-at-home inflation, as per the report from the institute?
What has been the trend in food-at-home inflation, as per the report from the institute?
What specific food item is mentioned as being expensive to make from scratch?
What specific food item is mentioned as being expensive to make from scratch?
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