In 1998, a Change in the Approach to Water Quality

question 31

Multiple Choice

In 1998, a change in the approach to water quality was initiated by _________ with an emphasis on _________.

• A) The EPA; cost-benefit analysis
• B) A series of epidemics that inspired action; watershed management
• C) Industry; cost-benefit analysis
• D) The decrease in water withdrawal for industrial uses; cost-benefit analysis
• E) The EPA; watershed management

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