Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Studying climate change began in the 21st century.
2. Scientists agree that the world’s climate is changing. This change is consistent with natural weather and climate cycles.
3. Trends of climate over long periods tend to be relatively stable.
4. If we stopped emitting greenhouse gases immediately, it would stop global warming and climate change.
5. Cleaner fuels and technology allowed countries in the developed world to decrease their emissions of CO2 in recent decades; however, they still emit significantly more greenhouse gases per capita than the developing regions.
1. False
2. False
3. True
4. False
5. True
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