All of the Following Statements Regarding the Need for Environmental

question 51

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements regarding the need for environmental justice and the challenges in accomplishing its goals are true EXCEPT:

• A)Many studies indicate that hazardous waste facilities, sanitary landfills, and incinerators are more likely to be located in low-income and minority communities.
• B)Currently, we have little scientific evidence showing to what extent a polluted environment is responsible for the disproportionate health problems of poor and minority communities.
• C)Research evidence suggests that minority communities tend to get more cooperation from government agencies that can help them.
• D)Residents of low-income and minority communities have less involvement in the political process and may not even be aware of their exposure to increased levels of pollutants.

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Definitions:

Liquidity

The ease with which an asset can be converted into cash without significantly affecting its market price.

Market Price

The selling price of goods or services in the open market at which buyers and sellers agree.

New Equity Issue

The process of offering new shares by a company to the public or existing shareholders to raise capital.

Issue Costs

Expenses associated with the issuing of new securities, including underwriting, legal, and registration fees.