Some environmentalists argue that we should protect the environment as much as possible, regardless of cost. Which of the following is not a likely outcome of pursuing such a course of action?
a. lower levels of nutrition, health care, and housing
b. a lower standard of living
c. slowing or reversing technological advancement
d. the elimination of all pollution
d
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Over the last 25 years, according to the United States balance of payments
A) the current account and the capital and financial account balances tend to move in the same direction. B) the current account and the capital and financial account balances tend to move in opposite directions. C) there is no clear relationship between the current account balance and the capital and financial account balance. D) the official settlements balance fluctuates greatly from year to year.
If there is a surplus
A) fewer producers want to sell the product because it is too scarce. B) consumers will drive up the price further. C) firms will drive up the price to enhance profits. D) the price will decline to the equilibrium level.