Better Use of IT to Shift Away from Energy-Intensive Work

question 46

Multiple Choice

Better use of IT to shift away from energy-intensive work habits and lifestyles to low carbon habits and lifestyles depends on _____.

• A) Mobile technologies
• B) Commitment of senior managers
• C) Government policy, incentives for companies, and active participation of consumers
• D) Cloud computing

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Definitions:

Desert

A barren area of landscape where little precipitation occurs, leading to harsh living conditions for plant and animal life.

Leaching

The process by which water dissolves and carries away nutrients or contaminants from soils or other materials.

Soluble Soil Components

Elements or compounds in soil that are capable of being dissolved in water, affecting nutrient availability, soil structure, and plant growth.

Organic Compounds

Chemical compounds made primarily of carbon atoms bonded with hydrogen, oxygen, and other elements, typically found in living organisms.