Question

1. some people see the benefit of wind energy as a clean alternative to fossil fuels for energy production. others believe it is dangerous for migratory birds. these opinions best illustrate that decisions about alternate energy sources:

a. will usually favor older methods of energy production over newer methods
b. must be made by weighing the risks and costs against the benefits
c. must be made by taking into account the present needs of the citizens without looking toward the future
d. should be the responsibility of each individual

39.

1. a builder is proposing a new housing development in an area of western massachusetts. construction of the housing development will destroy the wetland habitat in the area.

which of the following would be the most likely consequence of the wetland’s destruction?
a. the wetland plant species would disperse to adjacent meadow habitats.
b. the populations of wetland animals would be unable to survive in that area.
c. the wetland animal species would survive by interbreeding with non - wetland species
d. the populations of wetland plants would evolve to disperse seeds by wind rather than water.

Explanation:

Answer:

B. must be made by weighing the risks and costs against the benefits
B. The populations of wetland animals would be unable to survive in that area.