Dinesh Lives in Phoenix Where He Hears Almost Daily Reports

question 155

Multiple Choice

Dinesh lives in Phoenix where he hears almost daily reports about the high levels of ozone along with suggestions on when individuals should purchase gasoline. As he views the hazy condition in the sky, he decides the government is basically ignoring environmental problems. Which statement best describes the government's involvement?

• A) The government relies mostly on businesses to control various types of pollution and expects them to cover the costs.
• B) Although the government has established several environmental agencies, actual spending on reducing pollution is only about $100 million per year.
• C) The government is delegating most of the responsibility for a cleaner environment to individuals and nonprofit organizations.
• D) The government is encouraging technology that will eliminate pollution but not supporting this research financially.
• E) The government is spending several billions of dollars a year to reduce various types of pollution.

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