Which of the Following Is False

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false?

• A)a number of large US metropolitan areas are seeking bans on railroad movement of hazardous materials through major cities
• B)the railroads' cost of hauling hazardous materials has increased dramatically in recent years
• C)the US federal government first began regulating the transportation of hazardous materials in the 20th century
• D)an organization is required to know,track,and record the location of all hazardous materials it owns,controls,or generates
• E)all of the above are true

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Definitions:

Mammal-like Reptiles

Extinct vertebrates that share both mammalian and reptilian traits, bridging an evolutionary gap between reptiles and mammals.

Carboniferous Period

A geologic period and system that spans from about 358.9 to 298.9 million years ago, known for its extensive coal deposits formed from ancient forests.

Tiktaalik

An extinct genus of fish-like tetrapods that represents an early step in the transition from water- to land-living animals.

Vertebrates

Animals that have a backbone or spinal column, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.