Which best describes the pros and cons for Middle Eastern countries that restrict nonagricultural water use?

Restricting nonagricultural water use reduces the amount of water available for homes and businesses, making it scarcer and more expensive. The higher price encourages people and businesses to reuse water and find ways to use it more efficiently. Thus, the best choice is that the price of water goes up and the need for reuse increases.

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