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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Putting Eco-Effectiveness into Practice.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is step 4 of putting eco-effectiveness into practice?
(a) Purchase new.
(b) Activate the positive list.
(c) Recycle everything.
(d) Rent cars or ride bicycles.

2. Which word best describes the cherry tree model for industrial design?
(a) Nurturing.
(b) Cheap.
(c) Practical.
(d) Efficient.

3. How have companies responded to the concerns of the public over the decades?
(a) They have tried to improve their production for less toxicity and better use of materials
(b) They have given more control to governments.
(c) They have ignored public opinion.
(d) They have increased the toxicity chemicals used in production.

4. What is the authors' point for why import laws need to be changed?
(a) Because they permit the import of goods whose manufacturing process is environmentally unsound.
(b) Because they are hurting the economy.
(c) Because they over-tax products that are made from animals.
(d) Because they allow the import of goods that are of very low quality but a lower price than American products.

5. What is false about eco-effectiveness?
(a) It involves creating benefits for the environment.
(b) It meets the needs of business and industry.
(c) It starts by solving many problems at once.
(d) It starts by solving one problem.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the authors mean by "one size fits all"?

2. How does the Ford factory manage storm water?

3. What do the authors suggest as the final step in putting eco-effectiveness into practice?

4. What health problems can be caused by high levels of contaminants in a normal household?

5. Which chemical is forbidden to use in the United States in rubber products?

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