Bottled water in the U.S.costs 240 to 100,000 times more than tap water, yet ____ of bottled water is contaminated by synthetic organic chemicals and bacteria.

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The statement indicates that a significant portion of bottled water is contaminated despite the high cost. Among the given choices, C) one-third is the only option that matches the statement. A) one-tenth, B) one-fifth, and D) one-half are unlikely while E) three-quarters is too extreme compared to the information provided.

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