Which of the following statements are true?

Options

A.a. In developing countries, the carbon footprint of housing is much lower than in Japan or Finland.

B.b. The carbon footprint of the living of an average Finnish person corresponds to over three Indians.

C.c. Only renewable energy is used in the production of district heating in Finland.

D.d. Higher consumption inevitably leads to higher emissions.

View Explanation

Verified Answer

Please login to view

Step-by-Step Analysis

When evaluating a multi-select question about true statements, I’ll examine each choice on its own terms and relate it to common knowledge about carbon footprints and district heating. Option a: 'In developing countries, the carbon footprint of housing is much lower than in Japan or Finland.' This statement leans on the idea that housing energy use and related emissions are typically lower in many developing countries due to lower heating/cooling needs, lower appliance usage, and sometimes less electricity access. However, the descriptor 'much lower' is strong and can be misleading: in some developing regions, emissions from housing can be high due to inefficient construction, dependence on coal-based electricity, or use of high-emission fuels for......Login to view full explanation

Log in for full answers

We've collected over 50,000 authentic exam questions and detailed explanations from around the globe. Log in now and get instant access to the answers!