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QuizMultiple Choice

Human Use of Land

Question 10 • SC332 Environmental Science B

Which describes the difference between national parks and wilderness areas?

Answer
A
There are more national parks in the Unites States than there are wilderness areas.
B
Wilderness areas do not allow motorized vehicles and national parks do.
C
National parks prevent pollution while wilderness areas cannot.
D
National parks allow for land development while wilderness areas do not.

Explanation

Wilderness areas are managed to preserve their natural conditions, so motorized vehicles are generally prohibited. National parks may include roads and allow motorized travel in designated areas. Therefore, the best answer is “Wilderness areas do not allow motorized vehicles and national parks do.”

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