Which of the following describes the importance of rivers to the state today? a. rivers remain the most important method of transporting goods. b. rivers provide mineable coal. c. rivers moderate the climate of the state. d. rivers provide habitats for plants and animals and power, recreation, and drinking water for the inhabitants.

The correct answer is - D. Rivers provide habitats for plants ans animals and power, recreation, and drinking water for the inhabitants.

The rivers nowadays are still very important for the states/countries, and the reasons for that are numerous. For starters, the rivers provide the inhabitants with freshwater for drinking. They provide habitats for numerous animals and plants, both in them and alongside them. Very often dams are built on the rivers, and the water is used for producing electricity, but also for irrigation. People often use the rivers as a mean for recreation, with the fishing being one of the most popular ones. Depending on the size and depth of the river, ot can also be used for transportation of people and goods.