Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Which statement about emissions trading is false?
a. The success of emissions trading programs depends on how often the cap is lowered to promote continuing innovation in air pollution prevention and control.b. Sulfur dioxide emissions were reduced by the emissions trading system in the United States.c. It forces all utilities to reduce the amount of pollution they emit.d. Cheating is possible without strict government oversight.e. The success of emissions trading programs depends on how low the initial cap is set.
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