What is the main criticism of the cap and trade program?

A. It has allowed utility companies to buy their way out of reducing emissions
B. It has reduced SO2 emissions so low that the environment is suffering.
C. The cap was set too low in the beginning.
D. It has only benefited the new plants that do not produce any emissions.


Answer: A

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