If You Reduce Your Energy Consumption and Offset the Remainder

question 372

Multiple Choice

If you reduce your energy consumption and offset the remainder, then you are living what is known as a(n) __________ lifestyle.

• A)positive ecological
• B)negative consumption
• C)carbon-debt
• D)carbon-neutral

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Definitions:

Oligopolistic Markets

Markets characterized by a few large producers that have the ability to influence prices, but must consider the actions of their rivals.

Minimum Efficient Scale

The lowest level of output at which a firm can minimize long-run average total cost.

U.S. Agriculture

The sector of the United States economy that deals with the production of plants and animals for food, fiber, and other products.

Farm Share

The portion of the final retail price of agricultural products that goes back to the farmers.