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Governments and Business — Unit test Answers

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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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A local farmer began to follow a more sustainable practice. As a result, his levels of carbon emissions decreased by fifty percent. The soil quality will most likely

A
increase
B
decrease
C
stay the same
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More than 50% of ecosystems are currently being used unsustainably.

A
T
B
F
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Why are carbon dioxide concentrations expected to increase?

A
Carbon dioxide concentrations are expected to increase, because fossil fuel burning is expected to increase.
B
Carbon dioxide concentrations are expected to increase, because of an increase in agriculture.
C
Carbon dioxide concentrations are expected to increase, because more land will have to be cleared for increasing populations and agricultural use.
D
All of the above
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Which of the following is the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) most concerned with regarding the enforcement of environmental justice?

A
rewarding or punishing parties that comply with, or break environmental laws respectively
B
promoting social justice by advocating for a more just and humane society
C
the long term environmental equity between different races, cultures and income levels
D
all of the above

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