The Clean Water Act of 1972 Set Minimum Standards for Water

question 19

Multiple Choice

The Clean Water Act of 1972 set minimum standards for water purity in a manner similar to the Clean Air Act. Included in such standards is:

• A) "fishable and drinkable."
• B) "fishable and swimmable."
• C) "drinkable and swimmable."
• D) "drinkable and boatable."

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Definitions:

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Being confident without being aggressive; to express one's needs, desires, or opinions in a respectful and clear manner.

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Expressing one’s interests while denying the rights of others by blaming, judging, and evaluating other people.

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Speaking unprepared and spontaneously in front of an audience, without prior planning or rehearsal.

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The spontaneous, interactive exchange of messages with another person.