Researchers analyzing tea production and trade in Azerbaijan concluded that the country relies primarily on foreign sources to meet its domestic tea consumption needs, despite having a local tea-growing industry.
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mediumWhich choice most effectively uses data from the graph to support the researchers’ conclusion?
A
In 2012, 2018, and 2024, Azerbaijan imported substantially more tea than it grew locally or exported, suggesting that locally consumed tea is primarily imported tea rather than Azerbaijani tea.
B
In 2012, the volume of exported tea exceeded the volume of locally grown tea, suggesting that Azerbaijani tea sold outside of Azerbaijan must contain tea sourced from other countries.
C
In 2012 and 2018, all or most tea grown in Azerbaijan was exported, suggesting that Azerbaijani consumers had to consume imported tea instead.
D
The volume of locally grown tea and the volume of imported tea were both substantially greater in 2024 than in 2012, suggesting a rapid rise in the popularity of tea among Azerbaijanis.