How was information transferred using a telephone before fiber optic cables?

Facts/data/information/reason to prove the us is democratic

Which of the following practices is not recommended during a time of water scarcity? a. increasing wastewater recycling b. prohibiting the consumption of bottled water c. raising fines for violating outdoor water restrictions d. improving monitoring and management of local aquifers e. utilizing media to promote awareness of best practices in water management

Identify one similarity between china and europe that explains their decisions on wether to explore or conquer lands around the indian ocean