Why Was the Problem of Acid Rain More Easily Resolved

question 28

Multiple Choice

Why was the problem of acid rain more easily resolved than other issues?

• A)The pollution affected relatively few states,making cooperation easier.
• B)The pollution affected a large number of states,which led to widespread concern.
• C)It was inexpensive to reduce the emission of the pollutants that caused acid rain.
• D)The major polluters were developing countries that were easily pressured by more powerful states to reduce pollution levels.

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