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What does the text propose as a solution to the environmental impact of excessive consumption?

  • Investing more in the production of goods
  • Embracing the concept of degrowth (correct)
  • Switching to renewable energy and electric cars
  • Continuing with the current consumption patterns
  • What is the main concern related to the current pattern of consumption?

  • Exhausting the planet's resources (correct)
  • Lack of variety in products
  • Inability to meet consumer demands
  • Reduced comfort and choice
  • What is the impact of GDP growth according to the text?

  • Indicates increased availability of essential services
  • Only counts production of goods
  • Always positive for the country
  • Can include negative events as positive economic indicators (correct)
  • What is the concept of degrowth as proposed in the text?

    <p>Reducing the overall consumption of goods harmful to the planet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concern associated with the current level of consumption, as per the text?

    <p>Excessive carbon emissions and pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concern associated with the current level of consumption, as per the text?

    <p>Increased carbon emissions and resource depletion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest as a potential solution to the negative impact of excessive consumption?

    <p>Degrowth - making less of harmful stuff and investing in beneficial things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common measure used to judge countries' economic performance, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>GDP - Gross Domestic Product</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact does GDP growth have on the perception of a country's economic status, according to the text?

    <p>Higher GDP is perceived positively, while lower GDP is a cause for concern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of items counted in GDP that are beneficial, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Hospitals, housing, and schools</p> Signup and view all the answers

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