What Is the Meaning of "A Defective Telescopic Faculty," as Described

question 12

Multiple Choice

What is the meaning of "a defective telescopic faculty," as described by A.C.Pigou?

• A)Persons are unable to plan rationally for consumption.
• B)Persons zero in on something and cannot consider alternatives.
• C)Persons seek long-term goals and ignore present problems.
• D)Persons are unable to give adequate weight to the future.

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Definitions:

Illnesses

Health conditions characterized by the impairment of an individual's normal physiological function.

Acid Rain

Precipitation that is significantly more acidic than normal, caused by emissions of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide from industrial activities, which can damage forests, lakes, and buildings.

Global Warming

The gradual increase in the Earth's surface temperature, attributed largely to the greenhouse gas emissions from human activities.

Sustainability

The practice of maintaining processes or states in a manner that avoids the depletion of natural resources, ensuring long-term environmental balance.