Question 1

With globally networked transportation,location does not matter as a basic factor condition.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Because it is a high polluter,coal is on the decline as an energy source.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A way to measure a company's success in sustainable business practices is

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A)  to examine the return on investment.
B)  triple bottom line accounting.
C)  to monitor the company in a social context.
D)  to review the marketing materials.

Question 4

Densely populated areas coincide with

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A)  rivers,lakes and seacoasts.
B)  inland waterways.
C)  rich mineral reserves and rare earth deposits.
D)  low levels of environmental awareness.

Question 5

As an energy source,nuclear power

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A)  is growing significantly,especially in developing countries.
B)  has been growing as an energy source as the price of oil climbs and cleaner energy sources (non polluting) are sought.
C)  has been exploited by France,which has one of the lowest greenhouse gas emissions in the industrialized world.
D)  all of the above.

Question 6

Studies conducted by the World Bank indicate that tropical climates allow for

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A)  the unimpeded reproduction and growth of weeds,viruses,birds,insects and parasites.
B)  lack of need to provide heat and shelter that is present in northern climates.
C)  unparalleled trade.
D)  cultivation of citrus and 4 crops per year.

Question 7

Swiss exports are concentrated,high-density products that minimize the need for importing bulky materials because

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A)  mountain ranges increase transport costs in and out of Switzerland and limit local resources.
B)  the Swiss love of chocolate and watches influenced the export patterns.
C)  high density exports encounter lower tariffs.
D)  B and C

Question 8

Patagonia recognizes that doing business following the traditional approach,focusing on quarterly earnings,is not complete because it does not focus on

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A)  the negative impact of the business.
B)  the cost of environmental sustainability.
C)  consumer needs for green merchandise.
D)  triple bottom line accounting (3BL) .

Question 9

The U.S.Energy Information Administration projects that world energy consumption will increase through 2035,with dramatic increases in

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A)  China and India.
B)  North America.
C)  Africa and the Middle East.
D)  Europe.

Question 10

The relationships among ecological,social and economic systems in sustainable environments need to be

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A)  discreet.
B)  renewable.
C)  positive.
D)  interdependent.

Question 11

The area with the greatest investment in renewables from 2002 to 2008 is

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A)  North America.
B)  Europe.
C)  the Middle East and Africa.
D)  South America.

Question 12

Biomass is a category of renewable energy fuels based on their heavy weight.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Heavy oil is

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A)  a group of unconventional oil sources such as oil sands,shale,coal and natural gas,all of which via processing can yield oil.
B)  a rich oil found in deposits in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait whose molecular weight is heavier than normal oil.
C)  oil extracted from biomass that is reprocessed.

Question 14

China's vast and mountainous terrain leads to

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A)  many languages and dialects.
B)  political unity,as in Switzerland.
C)  economic disparities.
D)  population disparities.

Question 15

Unconventional sources of petroleum such as oil sands and shale are often grouped together and referred to as

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A)  nonrenewable hopes.
B)  new sources.
C)  peak sources.
D)  heavy oil.

Question 16

Every continent has inland waterways that provide inexpensive access to interior markets except

Accepted Answer

A)  Russia
B)  North Africa
C)  Australia
D)  North America

Question 17

Proximity is a factor in explaining

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A)  a nation's political system.
B)  The number of a nation's political and trade relationships.
C)  language patterns.
D)  demand conditions.

Question 18

The largest portion of the world's proven oil reserves are located in

Accepted Answer

A)  low risk areas.
B)  high risk areas.
C)  climate-challenging areas.
D)  developed nations' oil fields.

Question 19

Saudi Arabia and Canada have the largest proven oil reserves.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Petroleum,a relatively cheap nonrenewable energy source,is

Accepted Answer

A)  in abundant supply but is not environmentally clean.
B)  being increasingly depleted and is expected to run out in another 50 years,but in the meantime,improved retrieval techniques are being developed.
C)  clean,cheap and available,but most of the reserves are located in countries whose leadership is critical of the industrialized world.
D)  expected to run out in another 10 years and needs to be replaced with renewable energy sources quickly.

Exam 5: Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability

Saudi Arabia and Canada have the largest proven oil reserves.

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Swiss exports are concentrated,high-density products that minimize the need for importing bulky materials because

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Proximity is a factor in explaining

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China's vast and mountainous terrain leads to

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As an energy source,nuclear power

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Patagonia recognizes that doing business following the traditional approach,focusing on quarterly earnings,is not complete because it does not focus on

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Densely populated areas coincide with

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The area with the greatest investment in renewables from 2002 to 2008 is

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Biomass is a category of renewable energy fuels based on their heavy weight.

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Unconventional sources of petroleum such as oil sands and shale are often grouped together and referred to as

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The relationships among ecological,social and economic systems in sustainable environments need to be

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Petroleum,a relatively cheap nonrenewable energy source,is

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With globally networked transportation,location does not matter as a basic factor condition.

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Because it is a high polluter,coal is on the decline as an energy source.

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The largest portion of the world's proven oil reserves are located in

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Every continent has inland waterways that provide inexpensive access to interior markets except

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A way to measure a company's success in sustainable business practices is

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The U.S.Energy Information Administration projects that world energy consumption will increase through 2035,with dramatic increases in

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Studies conducted by the World Bank indicate that tropical climates allow for

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