CAF-7 · Chapter 7 · Question 1 of 15
Which of the following best represents the internationally accepted definition of 'Sustainable Development' as outlined in the Brundtland Report?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: B) Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
Explanation
This is the universally accepted definition of sustainable development from the Brundtland Commission, emphasizing a balance between current economic growth and long-term ecological and social preservation.
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