Regarding the Effects of Human Activity on the Environment,which of the Following

question 193

Multiple Choice

Regarding the effects of human activity on the environment,which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) Exposure to toxic hazards, such as radiation, pesticides, and industrial chemicals, leads to an elevated risk of physical and mental disease.
• B) The long-range impact of human activities on the environment is already becoming evident through the extinction of plants and animals.
• C) Individuals do more environmental damage than corporations or governments who are required to follow environmental standards.
• D) Most of the environmental problems we face can be traced back to the human tendency to overuse natural resources.