Regarding the issue of conservation,
A. Roosevelt faced stiff opposition from businessmen like Gifford Pinchot, who was trying to obtain public lands for mining interests.
B. Roosevelt proved more forward-thinking than even the majority of progressives who, while sympathetic to the cause, were mostly urbanites focused on city problems.
C. Roosevelt had little interest, as he was more concerned with westward expansion and settlement.
D. progressives had to force Roosevelt, known for hunting big game, to protect forest lands by threatening to withdraw political support.
Answer: B
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