Question

1. which agency was created in 1970, signaling the governments acceptance of responsibility for protecting natural resources?

a) the department of homeland security (dhs)
b) the environmental protection agency (epa)
c) the securities and exchange commission (sec)
d) the federal emergency management agency (fema)

Explanation:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was created in 1970 to protect human health and the environment, including natural resources. The DHS focuses on homeland security, the SEC on securities regulation, and FEMA on emergency management. Only the EPA aligns with protecting natural resources.

Answer:

b. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)