Question

Between 1900 and 1989, the US population tripled while the amount of raw materials used increased by a factor of 17. What does this information MOST likely suggest about consumption in the United States during this time period?

(1 point)


The increase in population also increased consumption.

Tourists were responsible for most of the consumption.

More raw materials were consumed than final goods.

Over-consumption by individual consumers increased.

Answer 1

Over-consumption by individual consumers increased.

Explanation: Population rose 3× while raw-material use rose 17×, so raw-material use per person rose about 17/3 ≈ 5.7×, indicating much higher per-capita consumption.