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Which of the following statements in relation to sustainable development is not true?
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Sustainable development of various countries and the entire world is the only solution left for mankind to survive for a longer period on Earth.
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Sustainability has the main objective of purely focusing on the natural environment.
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Sustainable development is defined as the development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of our future generations to meet their own needs.
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Sustainable development not only considers the protection of the environment but also the maintenance of economic viability as well as social and ethical considerations.
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