Question

1. what is one of the primary goals of environmental conservation in north america?

a. protecting natural resources for future generations

b. limiting technological innovation

c. expanding urban sprawl

d. increasing fossil fuel extraction

Explanation:

Environmental conservation aims to preserve natural resources (like water, forests, wildlife) so that future generations can also access and benefit from them. Option b is incorrect as technological innovation can be used for conservation (e.g., renewable energy tech). Option c (expanding urban sprawl) harms the environment by destroying habitats. Option d (increasing fossil fuel extraction) contributes to pollution and resource depletion, opposing conservation goals. So the correct option is a.

Answer:

a. Protecting natural resources for future generations