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QuizMultiple Choice

September 11, 2001 — Unit test

Question 12 • 11011de2 CONNECTED Fall 2026 NM-US History and Geography S2

Which of these arguments is often made against the idea of conservation?

Answer
T
The larger environment is more important than economic gain.
L
Land and natural resources should be used for economic gain.
P
People need access to safe air, land, and drinking water.
N
National parks do little to preserve natural landscapes.

Explanation

An argument often made against conservation is that land and natural resources should be used to generate economic benefits, such as jobs or profits. Choice B states this view. The other choices either support conservation or criticize national parks rather than presenting this common economic argument.

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