When states set receiving water quality standards
A) they must set the same standards for all water bodies within their boundaries
B) benefit-cost analysis must be used
C) the use designation need not be consistent with national goals
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Question

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None of the statements are true. 
A) States can set different standards for different water bodies that have different designated uses. 
B) Benefit-cost analysis is not required for setting water quality standards. 
C) The use designation must be consistent with national goals, such as the Clean Water Act.

When States Set Receiving Water Quality Standards