AnswersFL-2000310-Biology 1 Sem 2 - FlexHuman Impact on the Environment

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Energy efficiency strategies are based on the assumption that consumers will be willing to pay more in exchange for reduced energy use.

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T
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F
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Ecosystem services are services provided by _______.

A
the government in order to maintain ecosystem health
B
communities in an effort to beautify local neighborhoods
C
organizations committed to the environment
D
nature that benefit mankind
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service helps protect endangered species.

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T
B
F
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Which of the following is not a benefit of increased energy efficiency?

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decreased emissions
B
decreased use of natural resources
C
decreased energy services
D
decreased energy use
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How is the approach of the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy different than the approach of the Energy Star program?

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The Energy Star program is consumer based, while the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy is industry based.
B
The Energy Star program uses lobbying for policy change, while the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy uses consumer tactics.
C
The Energy Star program provides tax benefits to consumers who purchase energy efficient products, while the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy provides tax breaks to industries for producing energy efficient products.
D
All of the above
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How has the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service positively impacted ecosystems?

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by regulating private land use
B
by conserving wildlife habitats
C
by banning hunting and fishing
D
all of the above
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Products that can carry the Energy Star logo include _______.

A
appliances
B
electronics
C
lights
D
all of the above
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Efforts to restore wetlands and forests along the coast will most likely _______.

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benefit the economy by providing jobs
B
improve wildlife populations
C
reduce soil erosion and flooding in coastal areas
D
all of the above
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The American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy works to _______.

A
ban the use of products that are not energy efficient
B
fine companies that do not operate at peak energy efficiency
C
invest in clean energy technologies that will strengthen the economy
D
eliminate the use of energy obtained from the burning of coal within ten years
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It is important for _______ to participate in conservation efforts.

A
government
B
business
C
citizens
D
all of the above

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