Question

The Army Corps of Engineers has proposed the construction of a dam that will be of substantial benefit in Tennessee in terms of economic development. The dam will also destroy the natural habitat of an endangered species: the snail darter. The project:___________
a. does not require an EIS since the EPA is not involved in the project.
b. will require an EIS since the Army is involved.
c. cannot be completed under the Environmental Protection Act.
d. none of the above

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is :  b. will require an EIS since the Army is involved.

Explanation:

It refers to the document that has to be prepared in order to describe the effects and consequences of proposed activities on the environment. It provides an understanding of the potential consequences of the proposed project. It offers alternative activities and actions and permits us to identify positive and negative effects of it.