Environmental Econ: Crash Course Economics #22

What is the first step in the economic solution to reduce air pollution according to Jacob?

• Increase the use of fossil fuels

• Identify the sources of air pollution

• Implement global environmental police

• Ignore the sources of pollution

Why might new types of energy have a hard time competing with fossil fuels?

• They are more expensive to produce

• They are less efficient

• Fossil fuels are very cheap to produce

• They are not widely available

What is one reason some economists argue for government intervention in pollution control?

• To increase market competition

• To encourage producers and consumers to pollute less

• To reduce government spending

• To promote technological innovation

What is the predicted percentage of world energy consumption from renewable sources by 2040?

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

• 25%

What is the hopeful message mentioned in the conclusion regarding environmental issues?

• Most countries are ignoring the problem of greenhouse gases

• Most countries are actively trying to address the problem of greenhouse gases

• Most countries have solved the problem of greenhouse gases

• Most countries are unaware of the problem of greenhouse gases

What significant action did the U.S. take in 2009 regarding renewable energy?

• Banned fossil fuels

• Allocated billions to fund renewable energy

• Increased oil production

• Reduced taxes on coal

According to the text, whose actions are necessary to address environmental issues?

• Only individuals

• Only governments

• Industries, governments, and individuals

• Only industries

What does the text suggest about pollution?

• It can be completely eliminated

• It is a by-product of human existence

• It is only a modern problem

• It is not related to human activity

What is one of the primary greenhouse gases mentioned in the text?

• Methane

• Nitrous Oxide

• Carbon Dioxide

• Ozone

Which industries are identified as major sources of air pollution in the text?

• Textile industries

• Factories that burn fossil fuels

• Pharmaceutical industries

• Food processing industries