While Technology-Based Effluent Standards Help Reduce Point Source Emissions, the 1987

question 16

Multiple Choice

While technology-based effluent standards help reduce point source emissions, the 1987 Water Quality Act has sought to control non-point source emissions through

• A) goals of zero discharge.
• B) best management practices (BMPs).
• C) criminal legislation.
• D) discharge permits.

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Definitions:

Cash Flows

The combined total of cash inflows and outflows in a company, significantly impacting its liquid assets.

NPV

Net Present Value (NPV) is a financial metric that calculates the difference between the present value of cash inflows and the present value of cash outflows over a period of time, used in capital budgeting to assess the profitability of an investment.

Cost of Capital

The minimum profit percentage a corporation is required to generate from its investment initiatives to keep its market price stable and draw in financing.

Cash Flows

The total amount of money being transferred in and out of a business, especially affecting liquidity.