Which of the Following Statements About Environmental Legislation in the U.S

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about environmental legislation in the U.S. today is LEAST accurate?

• A) Despite recognition of threats to the environment, the U.S. government is reluctant to commit itself to international standards.
• B) The U.S. government tries to balance the often conflicting needs of a healthy environment and a healthy industrial economy.
• C) The U.S. government refused to become a signatory to the Paris agreement on climate change for fear of doing too much harm to domestic business.
• D) Although the heyday of environmental regulation occurred in the 1970s, the U.S. government has since enacted new legislation to improve fuel efficiency.
• E) Some state and local governments have been pledging commitment to international environmental agreements when the national government refuses to do so.