If a Sociologist Is Studying the Problems Associated with Resource

question 11

Multiple Choice

If a sociologist is studying the problems associated with resource depletion, which of the following facts might he be interested in when he investigates the way our society uses paper?

• A) It requires more than three pounds of tree pulp to make one pound of paper.
• B) Making paper pumps acid into rivers and streams.
• C) Paper products are useful for storage.
• D) Paper products are used to spread information.
• E) Most recycled e-waste disposal is recorded by hand on paper in developing countries.

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