Approximately how much of the world's food produced for human consumption is lost or wasted every year?

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A About 5%
B About 10%
C About one-third (33%)
D About 75%

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Answer: C. About one-third (33%)

• Explanation: C is correct because global data shows nearly one-third of all food is wasted, contributing heavily to carbon emissions and landfill waste.

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Approximately how much of the world's food produced for human consumption is lost or wasted every year?

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