The hot spot problem is:
a. the U.S. obtains the majority of its oil supplies from politically unfriendly countries.
b. some air pollutants such as sulfur dioxide have a greater effect nearby than further away.
c. some air pollutants such as carbon dioxide have an equal effect nearby and further away.
d. nuclear plants heat up nearby water, causing a decline in the native fish population.
b
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Which of the following is an example of a negative externality? a. A Japanese company exports cars to the U.S., which causes American workers to lose their jobs
b. An employee of a chemical company spills acid on his arm, causing severe damage. c. John plants fruit trees in his front yard, which attracts bees, which sting neighbor Mary. d. Sally buys coffee at McDonald's, spills some and burns her hand. e. Jack attempts to fix his roof, falls off, and breaks his leg.
What has been the range for the duration in months of U.S. recessions between 1950 and 2009?
A. 2 months to 5 months B. 6 months to 18 months C. 19 months to 25 months D. 26 months to 30 months