Plants, Trees, and Soils Naturally Emit Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) That

question 76

Multiple Choice

Plants, trees, and soils naturally emit carbon dioxide (CO₂) that enters the atmosphere. To form a benchmark level for this greenhouse gas, we can determine the amount of CO₂ that would end up in the atmosphere if there were no human activity on the planet. Suppose naturally occurring CO₂ emissions are 5 million tons per year, the social discount rate is 5%, and the stock dissipation rate is 2%. What is the eventual level of CO₂ in the atmosphere if these natural emissions continue at this rate forever?

• A) 100 million tons
• B) 250 million tons
• C) 25 million tons
• D) We do not have enough information to answer this question.

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Definitions:

Harvest

The process of gathering mature crops from the fields.

Revenue

The total amount of money received by a company or government from its activities, such as sales of goods and services, before any expenses are subtracted.

Profit

Profit is the financial return or gain achieved from an investment or business venture after subtracting all expenses and costs.

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of a good or service supplied matches the quantity demanded, leading to market balance.