Question

human population growth
select one:
○ a. is only an environmental issue in asia.
○ b. has little effect on the environment.
○ c. has decreased globally.
○ d. contributes to environmental problems.

Explanation:

• Option a: Human population growth is a global environmental issue, not limited to Asia. Eliminate a.
• Option b: Population growth increases resource consumption and pollution, so it has a significant environmental effect. Eliminate b.
• Option c: The global human population is still increasing (though growth rates vary), so it has not decreased globally. Eliminate c.
• Option d: More people mean more demand for resources (like food, water, energy) and more waste/pollution, which contributes to environmental problems (e.g., deforestation, climate change, pollution). This is correct.

Answer:

d. contributes to environmental problems.