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Which one of these is an example of a conditionally renewable resource?
Which one of these is an example of a localized resource?
Which one of these is an example of a potential resource?
Which one of these is an example of a tangible resource?
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What is the practice called that aims to meet human needs while preserving the environment?
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What is the term for the pattern of reducing, reusing, and recycling resources?
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What is the term for the economic inequality between regions or countries in resource usage?
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What are the three R's that should be followed to save and extend the availability of resources?
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What can result from the wise usage of resources?
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What is the term for the ability to meet our present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs?
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Which classification of resources is based on their availability?
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What does it mean for a resource to be 'culturally sustainable'?
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What is the difference between 'actual' and 'potential' resources?
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Which classification of resources is based on their origin?
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What is the primary goal of resource utilization?
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In which areas of work has the concept of resources been developed?
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What is a natural resource from a human perspective?
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What does it mean for a resource to be 'commercial'?
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What is the purpose of resource allocation?
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What is the role of resource management in society?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of natural resources?
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What is the main goal of conservation?
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Which of the following is an example of a biotic resource?
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What is the difference between potential and actual resources?
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Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?
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What is the highest rate at which a resource can be used sustainably called?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of economic resources?
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What are computer resources?
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What is the difference between economic and ecological views of resources?
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How are resources categorized based on origin?
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