Since 1994, the EPA has been operating under a policy statement issued to guide its special agents in their enforcement activities. Under this policy, the agents are to look for " environmental harm" and " conduct."

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

"Significant" and "culpable" are the best choices because they accurately reflect the level of harm and intent that the EPA is seeking to address through its enforcement activities. "Discernible" (A) is not specific enough, "fundamental" (C) is not relevant to the context, and "measurable" (D) is not as strong as "significant" and does not necessarily indicate intent.

Since 1994, the EPA Has Been Operating Under a Policy