Suppose the current stock of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere is 100 million tons, the stock dissipation rate is 0.02, and we will emit 4 million tons into the atmosphere this year. What is the stock level of greenhouse gases expected to be for next year?
A) 98 million tons
B) 100 million tons
C) 102 million tons
D) 104 million tons

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The expected stock level for next year can be calculated as follows: Current stock - (Dissipation rate * Current stock) + Emissions = Next year's stock. So, 100 million - (0.02 * 100 million) + 4 million = 102 million tons.

Suppose the Current Stock of Greenhouse Gases in the Atmosphere