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Standard 6.0 Environmental Science

Topic A. Natural Resources and Human Needs

Indicator 1. Recognize and compare how different parts of the world have varying amounts and types of natural resources and how the use of those resources impacts environmental quality.

Objective d. Identify and describe problems associated with obtaining, using, and distributing natural resources.

Selected Response Item

As the human population grows, the demand for natural resources increases.

Which activity wastes a natural resource?

  1. turning off lights
  2. using public transportation
  3. throwing away aluminum cans
  4. opening windows to cool a house
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Correct Answer:
C