In the Authors' View, for What Reason Has the Inevitable

question 15

Multiple Choice

In the authors' view, for what reason has the inevitable uncertainty of science been used as a rationale by some in the United States to ignore and criticize the climate change prevention efforts by the rest of the international community?

• A)perceived economic costs
• B)fundamental disagreement over Darwinism versus creationism
• C)attribution of blame to poor environmental regulation in developing countries
• D)lack of scientific competence

Recognize the role of nongovernmental organizations and grassroots movements in environmental advocacy.

Understand the significance of individual and collective efforts in promoting environmental sustainability.

Identify the principles underlying environmental law and governance.

Recognize the importance of environmental justice and the rights to a safe, healthy environment.

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Definitions:

Organizing

The process of structuring, arranging, and allocating resources and tasks within an organization to achieve its objectives efficiently.

Planning

The process of setting goals, defining actions to achieve these goals, and developing strategies to implement the actions.

Public Information

Data, facts, and insights that are available to the general public, often provided for transparency and accountability purposes.

External Environment

All outside factors and forces that can affect an organization's performance, including economic, social, political, and technological elements.