Research on urban areas shows that ______ are more influential on greenhouse gas emissions than ______.
A)raw numbers of people;consumption patterns
B)consumption patterns;raw numbers of people
C)income inequality;consumption patterns
D)consumption patterns;income inequality

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Studies have found that consumption patterns, such as energy use, transportation habits, and diet, have a greater impact on greenhouse gas emissions in urban areas than the raw numbers of people. This is because a smaller number of people could have a much higher carbon footprint if their consumption patterns are environmentally unsustainable.

Research on Urban Areas Shows That ______ Are More Influential