The General Thesis of the Book the Limits to Growth

question 60

Multiple Choice

The general thesis of the book The Limits to Growth is that continued pursuit of economic growth will soon

• A) cease when all the workers are employed.
• B) consume all available natural resources,drinkable water and breathable air.
• C) cause the principle of scarcity to no longer be an issue.
• D) increase the living standard of the poorest nations to that of the richest nations.
• E) limit our desire to increase the production of goods and services.

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Definitions:

Authority

The legitimate power or right granted to individuals or entities to make decisions, enforce rules, and command obedience within a specific context.

Attraction

A term that describes the force drawing people together, which can be physical, psychological, emotional, or based on interests or social factors.

Status Differentiation

The process by which social hierarchies or levels of prestige are established and recognized within a group or society.

Sociometric Differentiation

The process of evaluating and differentiating individuals within a group based on social connections and perceptions.