It is fair to say that logging in Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands

A. has been good for these countries economically since many workers are employed in the industry.
B. is exploitive since the countries are paid a fraction of the value of the timber on world markets.
C. has not met with much resistance from environmentalists.
D. is being practiced sustainably as new trees are planted when forests are cut.


B. is exploitive since the countries are paid a fraction of the value of the timber on world markets.

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