The Phrase "Race to the Bottom" Describes

question 15

Multiple Choice

The phrase "Race to the Bottom" describes

• A) the weakening of environmental standards brought about by competitive pressures in the global economy.
• B) the incentive for high emission companies to locate within countries with lax environmental policies.
• C) the dumping of industrial waste in oceans.
• D) the continual decline of wages due to global competitive pressures.

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Definitions:

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved in basic emotions and drives.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for hormone production and regulation of vital bodily functions such as temperature and hunger.

Pons

A part of the brain located in the brainstem, vital for regulating breathing, communication between different parts of the brain, and relaying sensory information.

Medulla

An essential part of the brainstem involved in regulating vital functions such as heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.