Question

which outcome will most likely have a positive effect on the environment of the town downstream from the proposed development?
a the increased awareness of human impact on the area
b decreased land use for human recreation
c decreased marsh land for marsh organisms
d increased traffic on local roads

Explanation:

• Option A: Increased awareness of human impact on the environment is a positive outcome. Development often leads to more people thinking about environmental effects, which can drive positive change like better regulations or conservation efforts.
• Option B: Development usually increases land use for human activities (e.g., building homes, businesses), not decreases it for recreation.
• Option C: Development near a marsh (like building on it) would likely decrease marshland, which is bad for marsh organisms, not increase it.
• Option D: Development typically leads to more traffic (as more people move in, more infrastructure is used), not decreased traffic.

Answer:

A. The increased awareness of human impact on the area