A Command-And-Control Approach to Environmental Policy

question 16

Multiple Choice

A command-and-control approach to environmental policy

• A) requires that the least amount of resources be used to achieve an objective
• B) uses incentives to encourage pollution reduction
• C) uses limits or restrictions to directly regulate polluters
• D) is rarely used by governments in the United States and other nations

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Definitions:

Encumbrances

A legal term for a claim, lien, charge, or liability attached to and binding real property.

Title Search

The examination of public records to determine and confirm a property's legal ownership and find out what claims or liens are on the property.

Fair Housing Act

A federal law in the United States aimed at eliminating discrimination in the housing industry based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or family status.

Discrimination

Unfair treatment or prejudicial distinction of individuals based on race, gender, age, or other status instead of individual merit.