Electricity and water are usually supplied to households by one supplier because:

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Having one supplier for both electricity and water allows for economies of scope, which can lead to lower costs for the provider and lower prices for consumers. This is because the provider can more efficiently use their resources to provide both services, rather than having separate providers for each service. Additionally, having one provider can simplify billing and administrative processes for both the provider and consumers. A is not a reason for having one supplier. C is true but not a reason for having one supplier. D is not applicable as it assumes that the supplier is a monopoly, which may not necessarily be the case.

Electricity and Water Are Usually Supplied to Households by One