The Most Threatening and Damaging Detrimental Externality at Issue Today

question 177

Multiple Choice

The most threatening and damaging detrimental externality at issue today is:

• A)​The explosion and oil spill at the Deepwater Horizon  
• B)​the continued pollution of city air due to factory emissions 
• C)​water shortages 
• D)​global warming

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Definitions:

Adherence

The extent to which a person's behavior corresponds with agreed recommendations from a healthcare provider, including taking medications as prescribed or following a treatment plan.

Medication

Substances used to diagnose, treat, or prevent illness and maintain health.

Sexual Behaviors

Actions or practices related to the expression of sexuality, including the manners in which individuals experience and express themselves as sexual beings.

HIV Infection

A condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus, which attacks the immune system and can lead to AIDS.