Which of the Following Features Would Have the Greatest Influence

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following features would have the greatest influence in creating a more sustainable urban society?

• A) Improving the efficiency of water filtration systems in order to decrease our consumption of freshwater.
• B) Increasing fuel efficiency in our vehicles so we can decrease the consumption of fossil fuels.
• C) Decreasing the amount of environmental pollution produced by industry.
• D) Decreasing the amount of land that is altered in order to accommodate human desires (new homes, factories, agriculture, etc.).
• E) Exploring alternative energy sources that are more environmentally favorable (i.e., solar, hydropower, etc.).

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