Which Action Does the Precautionary Principle Advise to Be Undertaken

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which action does the precautionary principle advise to be undertaken while waiting for a reasonable estimate of Earth's carrying capacity to be made? 

• A) Live by the Earth principle. 
• B) Use material resources more efficiently. 
• C) Do not worry about population growth. 
• D) Continue to use energy resources at current rates.

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