Question 1

Oil pipelines are_______ 	.
A) always an environmental disaster
B) result in oversupply of oil
C) used for natural gas along with oil
D) sometimes necessary

Accepted Answer

Oil pipelines are sometimes necessary for the efficient and safe transportation of oil over long distances, despite potential environmental concerns.

Question 2

Chad and Cameroon are_______ 	.
A) fictional countries in our case study
B) Asian nations
C) African nations
D) South American nations

Accepted Answer

Chad and Cameroon are both countries located on the African continent.

Question 3

The World Bank_______ 	.
A) was founded to help traditionally poor nations
B) has never been the subject of scandal
C) was founded to rebuild Europe after war
D) lends money to every country in the world

Accepted Answer

The World Bank was originally founded in 1944 to help rebuild Europe after World War II.

Question 4

Thomas Malthus was an economist best known for:
A) his unbridled optimism
B) monetary theory
C) social reform
D) his pessimism about the future

Accepted Answer

Thomas Malthus is best known for his pessimistic views on population growth, arguing that it would outpace food production, leading to widespread poverty and famine.

Question 5

Agricultural labor force corresponds to standard of living:
A) Not at all
B) Exactly
C) Directly
D) Inversely

Accepted Answer

An increase in the agricultural labor force often indicates a lower standard of living, as it suggests a reliance on subsistence farming and less industrialization, which is associated with lower economic development.

Question 6

Raw materials have not yet run out due to 	_______.
A) continuing discovery
B) conservation
C) recycling
D) lack of use

Accepted Answer

Continuing discovery means finding new sources of raw materials, which helps to prevent them from running out.

Question 7

A rise in price generally indicates_______ 	.
A) scarcity
B) abundance
C) indifference
D) gouging

Accepted Answer

A rise in price generally indicates scarcity, as it reflects increased demand or reduced supply, leading to higher prices.

Question 8

Steven Kelman believes cost-benefit analysis should be applied to:
A) The environment
B) Safety
C) Health regulation
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Steven Kelman advocates for the application of cost-benefit analysis across various domains, including the environment, safety, and health regulation, to ensure that the benefits of regulations justify their costs.

Question 9

Cost-benefit calculations require_______ 	.
A) ethical benefits
B) a common measure
C) a supercomputer
D) trade in all things being measured

Accepted Answer

Cost-benefit calculations require a common measure to compare the costs and benefits effectively.

Question 10

William McDonough describes our use of resources without regard to effect on future generations as_______ 	.
A) self-reliance
B) intergenerational remote tyranny
C) belief in later generational superiority
D) a natural right

Accepted Answer

William McDonough uses the term "intergenerational remote tyranny" to describe the irresponsible use of resources that negatively impacts future generations.

Question 11

The environment has to be everyone's top concern at all times.

Accepted Answer

While the environment is an important concern, individuals may prioritize other issues based on personal circumstances, such as health, safety, or economic stability.

Question 12

Chad is a rich country.

Accepted Answer

Chad is considered one of the poorest countries in the world, with a low Human Development Index and significant economic challenges.

Question 13

ExxonMobil has an environmental policy.

Accepted Answer

ExxonMobil, like many large corporations, has an environmental policy outlining its commitment to managing environmental impacts and promoting sustainability.

Question 14

Length of human life has dramatically increased since 1700.

Accepted Answer

The average human lifespan has significantly increased since 1700 due to advancements in medicine, sanitation, and living conditions.

Question 15

Although there may be less farmland now, existing farmland is more productive than ever before.

Accepted Answer

Advancements in agricultural technology, improved crop varieties, and better farming practices have increased the productivity of existing farmland.

Question 16

Political and economic freedom lead to the expansion of resource availability.

Accepted Answer

Political and economic freedom can encourage innovation, investment, and efficient resource allocation, leading to increased resource availability.

Question 17

Steven Kelman believes that in areas of health regulations there may be instances where a decision might be right even though its benefits do not outweigh its costs.

Accepted Answer

Steven Kelman argues that in certain regulatory contexts, particularly in health, ethical or moral considerations might justify decisions even if the quantifiable benefits do not exceed the costs.

Question 18

We must stop using all resources and save everything for future generations.

Accepted Answer

It is not feasible or necessary to stop using all resources; sustainable management and responsible consumption are key to ensuring resources are available for future generations.

Question 19

Thomas Jefferson believed in natural rights.

Accepted Answer

Thomas Jefferson was a proponent of natural rights, as evidenced by his authorship of the Declaration of Independence, which emphasizes the rights to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

Question 20

"To sustain" and "to restore" mean the same thing.

Accepted Answer

"To sustain" means to maintain or keep something going, while "to restore" means to bring something back to its original state. They have different meanings.

Quiz 15: The Environment

Oil pipelines are_______ .

Chad and Cameroon are_______ .

The World Bank_______ .

Thomas Malthus was an economist best known for:

Agricultural labor force corresponds to standard of living:

Raw materials have not yet run out due to _______.

A rise in price generally indicates_______ .

Steven Kelman believes cost-benefit analysis should be applied to:

Cost-benefit calculations require_______ .

William McDonough describes our use of resources without regard to effect on future generations as_______ .