The ecological economist believes that conventional economic growth will eventually ____.

A. pull us out of our dependence on Middle Eastern oil
B. lead us into a socialist economy
C. become unsustainable because it will deplete natural capital
D. lead us into a sustainable economy
E. collapse when oil runs out


Answer: C

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