Question

Which of the following statements is true?

Paper can be recycled, but plastic and metal cannot.
Contour plowing increases the rate of soil erosion.
Individuals cannot protect the environment, only the government can.
Walking short distances instead of driving can help reduce the greenhouse effect.

Answer 1

Walking short distances instead of driving help reduce the greenhouse effect.

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

The correct statement is D) Walking short distances instead of driving can help reduce the greenhouse effect.

Step-by-step explanation:

Modern technologies does allow the recycling of plastic and metals. New recyclable plastics have also been introduced which can decompose very quickly. Furthermore to say that only government can protect the environment is also false as personal choices play a huge part.

In this case, a personal choice of simply walking short distances instead of using a car can reduce our carbon footprint and help the environment in the long run.