Question

viewpoint 2: the only way we can survive as a species is by preserving a planet with a thriving, diverse ecosystem. humans survived and thrived without fossil fuels, without electricity, and without nuclear reactors for millennia. since the discovery of these and other resources, and since the invention of devices that use them, we have damaged the environment and made it difficult for other species to survive alongside us. which statement best synthesizes the information in these passages to form a conclusion about the topic of preserving wildlife versus finding resources? a. we should focus on conserving resources and searching for new, undiscovered species. b. finding resources is more important than protecting animals, so we should end the endangered animals list. c. saving wildlife is more important, so we should not bother with finding more resources. d. both saving wildlife and finding more resources are important, so we should aim to do both.

Explanation:

The passage emphasizes the importance of a thriving ecosystem (related to wildlife preservation) and also mentions human use of resources (though with environmental damage). Option A only focuses on resources and new species (not comprehensive). Option B prioritizes resources over animals wrongly. Option C ignores resource aspect. Option D balances both saving wildlife and finding resources as important, which aligns with the overall idea of the passage.

Answer:

D. Both saving wildlife and finding more resources are important, so we should aim to do both.