Multiple Choice
Scientists have studied the impact of clear cutting forests on erosion and waterways. They know that clear cutting will cause erosion and waterways will suffer the impact of sediment loading. Evaluate the situation and choose the statement that best explains how humans may perceive the risks involved.
A) Since the chance of disaster is low humans will not have biases about this situation.
B) Although the seriousness of the impact is well known people's judgment may still vary dramatically.
C) All people understand this situation and will work together on a solution.
D) Both a and c
E) None of the above
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