Question

(06.03 MC)

A livestock ranch decides to expand its operations. Which of the following would be a negative externality for the local environment?

a.Higher property taxes
b.Less land for development
c.Less use of renewable resources
d.More groundwater pollution

Answer 1

ANSWER B) LESS LAND FOR DEVELOPMENT

Step-by-step explanation:

As a result of the livestock ranch deciding to expand operations there will simply be less land for development.

Not answer A as property taxes wouldn't increase based off live stock as they are not a luxury commodity.

Not answer C as renewable resources weren't being used or accessed to begin with.

Not answer D as livestock don't cause groundwater pollution.

Answer 2

The answer will be B. Less land for development since some of the space is being used up.