Which of the Following Statements Best Represents the Current Thinking

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best represents the current thinking about global warming?

• A) There is total consensus about the role of human development in the warming of the Earth's atmosphere.
• B) A slight majority of climate scientists believe humans are a major cause behind climate-warming trends.
• C) The clear majority of climate scientists believe global warming is accelerating but are unsure of the cause.
• D) The clear majority of climate scientists believe humans are a major cause behind climate-warming trends.

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