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pepyto

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If the ecological footprint calculations for the world are correct, then we
 
  a. have achieved a level of sustainability with respect to resources and population.
  b. have about a half century before we will have exceeded our global carrying capacity.
  c. are on the verge of exceeding our global carrying capacity.
  d. are already in a situation of overshoot.

Question 2

Current estimates suggest that _______ people could be fed at the current American diet on a sustainable basis.
 
  a. less than 7 billion
  b. 811 billion
  c. 2025 billion
  d. more than 25 billion



Jadwiga9

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A



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