Question

Which of the following statements is correct?

A. An increased demand for energy leads to an increased depletion of resources and detrimental environmental risks.
B. An increased demand for resources leads to increased energy production and environmental benefits.
C. An increased demand for environmental protection leads to increased resource depletion and decreased energy use.
D. An increased demand for reduced emissions leads to decreased resource depletion and increased energy use.

Answer 1

An increased demand for energy leads to an increased depletion of resources and detrimental environmental risks.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statement among the options is A. An increased demand for energy leads to an increased depletion of resources and detrimental environmental risks. As the demand for energy increases, more resources are needed to generate that energy. This can lead to the depletion of natural resources such as fossil fuels and can also cause environmental risks such as pollution and habitat destruction.