Question detail
Which of the following actions can help reduce an individual's carbon footprint?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Carbon dioxide and methane as greenhouse gases
Question
- A. Increasing energy use
- B. Using renewable energy sources
- C. Driving more frequently
- D. Buying more products
Answer
Using renewable energy sources
Explanation
Using renewable energy can significantly reduce an individual's carbon footprint by decreasing reliance on fossil fuels.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Carbon Footprint Definition
Students often define carbon footprint only as the amount of carbon dioxide emitted, ignoring other greenhouse gases.
Remember that a carbon footprint includes the total amount of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases emitted over the full lifecycle of a product, service, or event.
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