Most Prophecies of the Imminent Exhaustion of Many Natural Resources

question 14

Multiple Choice

Most prophecies of the imminent exhaustion of many natural resources have not come true because

• A)such resources are generally available in infinite quantities.
• B)rising prices for resources have stimulated supply and encouraged innovation.
• C)the demand for most natural resources has fallen as income levels have increased.
• D)government price floors have prevented resource exhaustion.

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Definitions:

Facial Expressions

Visible manifestations of emotions and feelings through facial movements, serving as important non-verbal communication cues.

Voice and Face

Fundamental aspects of human identity and social interaction, where voice refers to vocal characteristics and communications, and face refers to facial expressions and recognition.

Most Developed

Refers to countries or regions that have achieved the highest levels of industrialization, technological advancement, and standard of living.

Hearing

The ability to perceive sound by detecting vibrations through the ear, an essential sense for communication and awareness of the environment.