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Resource Conservation — Unit test Answers

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Both renewable and nonrenewable resources are used within our society. How do the uses of nonrenewable resources compare to the uses of renewable resources?

A
Nonrenewable resources have more applications than renewable resources.
B
Certain types of renewable energy can be used for as many applications as certain types of nonrenewable resources.
C
There are more sources of nonrenewable energy than renewable energy.
D
Nonrenewable resources have fewer applications than renewable resources.
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What two countries have nearly 50% of global coal reserves?

A
United States and Canada
B
United States and Russia
C
Brazil and Russia
D
Brazil and Canada
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Recycling paper reduces water use.

A
T
B
F
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Natural resources in the environment must be allocated responsibly. Which of the following statements about allocation of resources is the most correct?

A
Natural resources are allocated according to local availability.
B
Natural resources are allocated based on population size.
C
Natural resources are allocated according to demand and economic strength.
D
There is no observable pattern in resource allocation.
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Which statement best describes the availability of nonrenewable energy resources?

A
Their supplies will be completely used up within ten years.
B
They are readily available in all countries.
C
Their exact amounts are not currently known.
D
They are stored in primary forests around the world.

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