Which option correctly relates population density and resource availability?

Correct answer: Density indicates pressure but resource condition must be examined separately

Population density tells us how many people occupy a given area, so it can suggest pressure on land and public services. However, it does not by itself show whether water, food, energy, housing, jobs, or other resources are sufficient. A high-density place may have strong infrastructure and good supplies, while a low-density place may still face scarcity because resources are limited or difficult to reach. Density must therefore be interpreted with other information.

Option B is correct because it separates the pressure indicated by density from the actual condition of resources. Option A is too absolute: density never fully describes resource quality. Option C is false because low density does not prevent a resource crisis. Option D is also false because high-density areas often need careful planning for services and resource use. Good policy examines both population patterns and resource availability.