Garrett Hardin Believes That "A 'Just' Sharing of the World's

question 103

Multiple Choice

Garrett Hardin believes that "a 'just' sharing of the world's wealth among all the inhabitants, without coercive control of individual reproduction, would result in a continual, exponential growth of the human population" and much more suffering. This means Hardin is a

• A) grassroots organizer.
• B) believer in sustainable development.
• C) neo-Malthusian.
• D) mainstream environmentalist.

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Definitions:

Feelings

Emotional experiences that are part of an individual's personal reactions to situations, events, or interactions.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where an individual experiences mental discomfort due to holding conflicting beliefs, attitudes, or values simultaneously.

Dissonant Behavior

is action that is inconsistent with one's beliefs, values, or perceived self-image, often leading to cognitive dissonance.

Voluntarily

Acting on one's own initiative or will without coercion or external pressure, often in the context of participating in activities or making decisions.