10.3 DOL Resource Management

What is the main goal of sustainable development?

• To increase economic growth at any cost

• To meet the needs of people today without compromising resources for future generations

• To focus solely on technological advancements

• To prioritize industrial development over environmental concerns

What resources do forests provide that are essential for human survival?

• Fossil fuels and minerals.

• Water resources, climate regulation, and food.

• Plastic and synthetic materials.

• Metals and electronic components.

What is the relationship between environmental quality and health?

• There is no relationship.

• Poor environmental quality can lead to health problems.

• Good environmental quality always leads to poor health.

• Health does not depend on environmental quality.

Which of the following is a key focus of sustainable manufacturing?

• Increasing production speed.

• Reducing labor costs.

• Optimizing resource use and reducing waste.

• Maximizing profit margins.

Which of the following is considered a clean technology?

• Fossil fuel extraction

• Nuclear power

• Renewable energy technologies

• Plastic production