When It Was Established, the U

question 123

Multiple Choice

When it was established, the U.S.Forest Service instituted a "no fire" policy; they attempted to prevent forest fires and to quickly and completely suppress fires if they started.Their stated purpose was to protect the nation's timber supply.In the 1970s, they reversed this policy and now let some fires burn, especially those that start naturally.In some cases, they even start fires, a process called "controlled burning." What factor caused the Forest Service's reversal of policy on fires?

• A) Recognition that periodic disturbance by fire helps maintain forests
• B) Lack of money and resources to fight all forest fires
• C) Recognition that it was impossible to suppress all fires
• D) Recognition that controlled burning would speed up the growth rate of trees
• E) Need to increase the amount of forest floor litter

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