Which of the following best describes sustainable yield?
The maximum amount of a resource that can be harvested without depleting the resource over time.
The total amount of a resource that can be extracted in a single year without considering future availability.
The process of using resources as quickly as possible to maximize short-term economic gain.
The practice of completely preserving natural resources by prohibiting any harvesting or use.
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Which of the following is an example of sustainable yield?
Overfishing a lake until the fish population collapses.
Extracting groundwater faster than it can be replenished by natural processes.
Harvesting trees at a rate that allows the forest to naturally regenerate over time.
Clear-cutting an entire forest without replanting trees.
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Which of the following would be emphasized by a city implementing sustainability goals?
Promoting renewable energy sources and improving energy efficiency.
Encouraging unlimited resource consumption to drive economic growth.
Expanding urban sprawl.
Relying solely on fossil fuels for energy production.
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A family of four decides to switch from a traditional showerhead, which uses 2.5 gallons per minute (gpm), to a low-flow showerhead that uses 1.5 gpm. Each family member showers for an average of 10 minutes per day. How much water does the family save, in gallons per year by making this switch?
5,475 gallons
7,300 gallons
10,950 gallons
14,600 gallons
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