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City and Regional Planning QUESTION #5016
Question 1
In environmental planning, what does the concept of 'ecological footprint' quantify?
  • Number of species in an area
  • Land area needed to support consumption✔️
  • Air pollution levels
  • Water quality
Correct Answer Explanation
Ecological footprint measures the biologically productive land and water area required to produce resources consumed and absorb wastes generated by a population, typically expressed in global hectares per capita—indicating sustainability of consumption patterns.