12 Questions
What is the primary issue with the treadmill of production/consumption in poor countries?
It perpetuates a cycle of poverty and environmental degradation
What is the Boserup effect?
The increase in population growth due to increased food supply
What is the primary concern of Malthus' argument on population?
The growth rate of population exceeding food supply
What is the main criticism of Notestein's demographic transition model?
It is too simplistic and does not account for variations in population growth
What is the term for the unintended consequences of economic activity on the environment or society?
Externality
What is the primary function of environmental education and outreach?
To change environmental attitudes and behavior
What is the primary focus of World Systems Theory?
The global economy and its relationship to power and inequality
What is the tragedy of the commons?
A situation where a shared resource is depleted due to individual self-interest
What is the term for the tendency to accept technologies with negative environmental outcomes?
Technological somnambulism
What is the main goal of environmental justice?
To address the disproportionate burden of environmental degradation on marginalized communities
What is the relationship between fertility rates and growth rates?
Higher fertility rates lead to higher growth rates
What is the primary argument made by Cohen regarding population?
Population growth is not a significant factor in environmental degradation
Test your knowledge of economics and technology concepts, including markets, economic growth, business cycles, externalities, and more. Explore World Systems Theory and the social organization of convenience.
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