Which of the Following Does NOT Represent a Sustainable Approach

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does NOT represent a sustainable approach to development?

• A) Using energy-efficient compact fluorescent or LED bulbs
• B) Choosing the most fuel-efficient form of vehicle that meets your needs
• C) Identifying recycling options in your community and recycling only those things that are accepted
• D) Continuing human population growth at current levels
• E) Installing energy-efficient features, such as good insulation and tight weather stripping, in your house

---

Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological unrest felt by an individual who simultaneously maintains two or more conflicting beliefs, ideas, or values.

Door-In-The-Face

A persuasion technique whereby a large, unreasonable request is first made knowing it will be refused, so that a smaller, more moderate request is more likely to be accepted.

Foot-In-The-Door

A compliance tactic that involves getting a person to agree to a large request by first setting them up by having that person agree to a modest request.

Lowballing

A persuasion and negotiation tactic where an initially low offer is made to secure agreement, with subsequent increases after agreement has been obtained.