Research Methods: Variables and Sustainability

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What percentage of diseases in developing nations is attributed to water?

50%

80% (correct)

90%

60%

How many people in the world lack access to clean drinking water?

2 billion

1.5 billion

1 billion (correct)

500 million

What is expected to happen to the average water supply per person over the next two decades?

It will decrease by half

It will remain the same

It will decrease by a third (correct)

It will increase by 50%

What is the primary reason for water withdrawals in the western region of the US?

Agriculture Signup and view all the answers

Which state in the US consumes more water than it has available?

California Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of Lusaka's population lacks access to safe drinking water?

30% Signup and view all the answers

What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

The variable that is measured in response to the independent variable Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a control group in an experiment?

To provide a standard against which the experimental group can be compared Signup and view all the answers

What is sustainability defined as in the context of ecological balance and integrity?

The ability to maintain ecological balance and integrity over time Signup and view all the answers

What is the three-pronged approach to sustainability referred to as?

The triple bottom-line Signup and view all the answers

What is the IPAT equation used for?

To measure the progress toward achieving sustainable goals Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of sustainable development?

To meet the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations Signup and view all the answers

What does the variable I represent in the IPAT equation?

Impacts on the environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary idea behind the Precautionary Principle?

The burden of proof should be on the individual or company proposing the action Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of overusing the Precautionary Principle in the context of medical trials?

Most medical trials are banned due to potential harm Signup and view all the answers

What does the variable P represent in the IPAT equation?

Size of the relevant human population Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of the phrase 'better to be safe than sorry' in the context of environmental risk management?

It is better to take precautions to prevent potential harm Signup and view all the answers

What is the variable A intended to measure in the IPAT equation?

The affluence of the population (the level of consumption per person) Signup and view all the answers