We Could, in Theory, Make All of Our Industrial Processes

question 8

Multiple Choice

We could, in theory, make all of our industrial processes sustainable if we could ____________

• A)speed up the disposal of wastes by deep- well injection
• B)transform linear processes into circular ones
• C)reduce the use of biodegradable plastics
• D)develop more draconian policies to regulate manufacturing
• E)transform cyclic processes into linear ones

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Definitions:

Confirmatory Bias

The tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information in a way that confirms one's preconceptions, leading to statistical errors.

Group Disagreement

The occurrence of differing opinions, views, or decisions among members within a group.

Seeking Information

The act of looking for or attempting to acquire data and facts to increase knowledge or understanding.

Social-Comparison Explanation

A hypothesis positing that people assess their own value and societal position by comparing themselves to others.