In poorer countries, which part of the IPAT equation has the greatest impact?
A) population
B) affluence
C) technology
D) pollution
E) energy

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The IPAT equation, which stands for Impact = Population x Affluence x Technology, suggests that in poorer countries, the population factor (A) tends to have the greatest impact on environmental degradation. This is because in these countries, the sheer number of people can exert significant pressure on the environment, even if per capita consumption (affluence) and the environmental impact of technologies are relatively low.

In Poorer Countries, Which Part of the IPAT Equation Has