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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Environmental Inequality

Question 1 • CA-Ethnic Studies

Which statement about the distribution of green spaces is true?

Answer
A
Lower-income neighborhoods are more likely to be near polluting industries.
B
Access is equal to environmental resources regardless of socioeconomic status.
C
Low-income communities have greater access to clean water.
D
Wealthy communities face more industrial pollution.

Explanation

Lower-income neighborhoods are often located closer to polluting industries and other environmental hazards, giving residents less access to clean, healthy surroundings. This is an example of environmental inequality. The claim that access is equal regardless of socioeconomic status is not generally true, and wealthy communities do not typically face more industrial pollution.

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