1. Which of the following models do scientists currently accept? (We acknowledge that some models that are currently accepted may be rejected in the future.)
2. The following is a list of goals relevant to the conflict between farmers, consumers and chemical companies.
As discussed in lecture, which goals do farmers likely have with respect to their farming practice? None, one or more than one answer may be correct.
3. As discussed in lecture, there is a conflict between farmers, consumers and chemical companies over how much pesticide should be used on crops. Two books mentioned in lecture presented the view that one or more of these groups has largely won this conflict, at least over the last few decades. Mark one or two answers.
4. What methods have chemical companies used or benefited from to increase the amount of pesticides used on crops in U.S. agriculture?
5. The pesticide treadmill model discussed in lecture consists of which of the following parts? None, one or more than one answer may be correct.
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