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What is sustainable development?
What is sustainable development?
- Development that prioritizes the needs of the present over future generations
- Development that focuses on the needs of future generations at the expense of the present
- Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (correct)
- Development that disregards the needs of both present and future generations
What is the primary goal of sustainable development?
What is the primary goal of sustainable development?
- Prioritizing the needs of the current generation over future generations
- Maximizing economic growth at any cost
- Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (correct)
- Minimizing environmental protection for short-term gains
Why is sustainable development important?
Why is sustainable development important?
- To disregard the impact of human activities on the planet
- To prioritize economic growth over environmental concerns
- To exploit natural resources for short-term gains
- To ensure a better quality of life for future generations (correct)
