Which statement about emissions trading is false?
A) The success of emissions trading programs depends on how low the initial cap is set.
B) Sulfur dioxide emissions were reduced by the emissions trading system in the United States.
C) Cheating is possible without strict government oversight.
D) The success of emissions trading programs depends on how often the cap is lowered to promote continuing innovation in air pollution prevention and control.
E) It forces all utilities to reduce the amount of pollution they emit.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Emissions trading does not force all utilities to reduce the amount of pollution they emit. Instead, it sets a cap on the total amount of pollution allowed within a certain geographic area and allows companies to buy and sell permits to emit pollutants up to that cap. It encourages companies to find the most cost-effective ways to reduce their emissions, but does not guarantee that all utilities will reduce their pollution levels.

Which Statement About Emissions Trading Is False