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What is the main function of environmental policy?

A
prevent the use of natural resources
B
reduce human impact on the environment
C
prevent nature from having a harmful effect on humans
D
reduce the use of natural resources
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Science has had no negative impacts on society.

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T
B
F
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How can using a combination of policy tools be more efficient than using one exclusively?

A
Using a combination of policy tools assures compliance.
B
Using a combination of policy tools allows for a wider range of coverage.
C
Using a combination of policy tools prevents the use of mandatory policies.
D
All of the above
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Environmental degradation is a consequence of previous technological advances.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following is a way that science has benefited society?

A
medical advances
B
new energy resources
C
technological advances
D
all of the above
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The Office of Ecology and Natural Resource Conservation works to _______.

A
end the use of natural resources
B
maintain the supply of domestic natural resources
C
develop foreign policy regarding the sustainable use of natural resources
D
limit the use of critical natural resources in the United States
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Why is it important for environmental policy to address pollution concerns?

A
Pollution can have a negative impact on human health.
B
Pollution is damaging to the environment.
C
Pollution can cause a reduction in usable natural resources.
D
All of the above
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Which of the following is a negative consequence of scientific advancements on society?

A
increased life expectancy
B
increased pollution
C
new energy resources
D
all of the above
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Environmental policy addresses all of the following issues except _______.

A
air pollution
B
water pollution
C
natural disasters
D
overfishing
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Why is it important to cooperate with other countries on environmental issues?

A
Environmental issues are not always localized.
B
Other countries have no environmental issues.
C
Other countries have more environmental issues.
D
None of the above

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