Which of the Following Activities Is Mismatched with Its Environmental

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following activities is mismatched with its environmental consequence

• A)surface mining : acid mine drainage polluting rivers
• B)coal-burning electric plants : acid deposition destroying forests
• C)mountaintop removal mining : mine tailings and debris filling valleys
• D)strip mining : oil spills killing wildlife
• E)burning fossil fuels : release of CO₂,a potent greenhouse gas

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Definitions:

Marginal Social Cost

The total cost to society of producing one additional unit of a good or service, considering both the direct costs and any externalities.

Environmental Disaster

A catastrophic event that significantly harms the natural environment and leads to negative impacts on human health and well-being.

Pollution Reduction

Refers to efforts to decrease the amount of pollutants released into the environment, often through regulatory measures or technological improvements.

Permits

Official documents granting the right or license to do something, like constructing a building or operating a business.