OpenSAT

Question #N859

The author of the following passage argues that the study of climate change is not limited to understanding the physical processes of the Earth, but also encompasses the exploration of human behavior. It’s important to recognize that climate change isn’t just a scientific concern. It’s also a social problem. While scientists study the effects of greenhouse gas emissions, we need to think about how people respond to climate change. What are our attitudes toward climate change? How do we incorporate it into our daily lives? How can we work together to solve it? These questions are just as important as the science behind climate change. Ultimately, climate change is not just about the planet. It’s about us. It’s about how we understand our place in the world and how we can make a difference.

Which of the following best summarizes the author’s main idea?

A. The study of climate change is a social problem that requires a scientific understanding of the planet.

B. Climate change is a scientific concern that necessitates a social response from human beings.

C. While climate change is a scientific issue, it also has social and political implications.

D. The author argues that climate change is a social and scientific concern that requires both a scientific and a social understanding.

Reveal Answer Go Back

Correct Answer is: B

The author states that climate change is not just a scientific issue but also a social problem. The author then goes on to list questions about human behavior and attitude that need to be addressed in conjunction with the science.