Question

Which of the following statements about the cap and dividend policy is not true?
a.
The number of issued permits under the cap and dividend policy increases year to year.
b.
The cap and dividend policy sets a limit on total carbon emissions.
c.
The cap and dividend policy works by issuing limit permits.
d.
Carbon emissions will likely decrease over time as a result of a cap and dividend policy.


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

A

Explanation: Cap-and-dividend caps total emissions and issues a limited number of permits that typically decline over time, so permits do not increase year to year.