Which Example Would Best Demonstrate the "Law of Unintended Consequences

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which example would best demonstrate the "law of unintended consequences" in action in a recent instance?

• A) building levees on the Mississippi River
• B) working with two reactive substances in chemistry class
• C) establishing a nature preserve in a wilderness area
• D) frequenting a fast-food restaurant
• E) talking to a friend on a cell phone

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