Question

how can alternative practices lead to a reduced impact on waterways? a. alternative practices will completely eliminate changes to waterways. b. alternative practices can completely reverse the damage already done to waterways. c. alternative practices will allow industry greater access to waterways. d. alternative practices can lead to a decrease in pollution, erosion, and damage to waterways. please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

Alternative practices aim to reduce negative impacts. Option d mentions decreasing pollution, erosion and damage which are negative impacts on waterways, aligning with the goal of reducing impact. Options a and b are extreme (completely eliminating changes or reversing all damage are often not realistic). Option c focuses on access rather than reducing impact.

Answer:

D. Alternative practices can lead to a decrease in pollution, erosion, and damage to waterways.