Question

Another factor that affects the environment that typically coincides with food waste is pollution. Processed foods come in plastic packaging. Many types of foods are transported in trucks long distances. Which action could a person take to most significantly reduce the pollution associated with their food sources? (1 point)

1) If a person eats whole foods, then they are eliminating pollution due to plastic packaging.
2) If a person switches to a plant-based diet, then the resources needed to raise animals for meat are significantly reduced.
3) If a person grows a garden, then they are eliminating transportation and packaging pollution.
4) If a person buys locally, then they are reducing the pollution from transportation.

Answer 1

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4) If a person buys locally, then they are reducing the pollution from transportation.

Buying food from local sources helps to cut down on the emissions generated from long-distance transportation of goods. This also supports local farmers and promotes sustainability within the community.