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Many point sources emitting pollutants into water do not need a permit.

A) True
B) False

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Under the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (the Ocean Dumping Act) , Coastline Chemicals, Inc., may dump its chemical waste into the ocean​


A) ​after obtaining a permit.
B) ​before obtaining a permit.
C) ​without a permit.
D) ​not at all.

E) None of the above
F) All of the above

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Without a permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Condos Corporation fills a wetlands area that it owns in preparation for the construction of a housing complex. Under the Clean Water Act, this is most likely


A) ​a violation.
B) ​not a violation because a permit is not needed to fill wetlands.
C) ​not a violation because the area was filled before construction.
D) ​not a violation because there was no discharge of pollution.

E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

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County Water District operates a public water supply system. The district must send to every household that it supplies with water an annual statement describing


A) ​the district's financial situation and material facts that might affect it.
B) ​other operations, such as irrigation and water conservation, in which the district is involved and to what extent.
C) ​parties who might be held liable if pollution problems arise.
D) ​the source of the water, and any contaminants and health concerns.

E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

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Smelting, Inc., operates a plant-a "major source"-that emits hazardous air pollutants for which the Environmental Protection Agency has set maximum levels of emission. The plant does not use equipment to reduce its emissions. Under the Clean Air Act, this is most likely


A) ​a violation.
B) ​not a violation because a "major source" is exempt.
C) ​not a violation because the plant does not use any equipment.
D) ​not a violation because the plant is not a mobile source.

E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

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Only the federal government may restrict emissions from motor vehicles.

A) True
B) False

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False

Fire Retardants Inc. operates without required pollution control technology, causing a discharge of chemical waste into Green Lake. This can result in


A) ​a fine.
B) ​an injunction.
C) ​imprisonment.
D) ​all of the choices.

E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

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Metal Foundry Inc.'s complex spews smoke and odors. The site features its own rail system, and trucks enter and exit the complex night and day. Neal and other residents of an adjacent neighborhood can feel the vibrations of the trains and trucks, and suffer other effects from the operations. Neal and others file a suit against Metal Foundry. Why might the court rule in favor of the defendant?

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The court might rule in favor ...

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The Environmental Protection Agency is required to set maximum levels for pollutants in public water systems.

A) True
B) False

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Mineral Company operates a gravel pit next to Nora's residence. Nora files a suit against Mineral, alleging that the pit is a source of pollution, a nuisance, and unreasonably interferes with the enjoyment of her property. The court is most likely to award Norah an injunction


A) ​if letting the pollution continue is equally as harmful as stopping it.
B) ​if letting the pollution continue is less harmful than stopping it.
C) ​if letting the pollution continue is more harmful than stopping it.
D) ​under no circumstances.

E) None of the above
F) All of the above

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Persons who provide information about violators of the Clean Air Act may be paid up to $10,000.

A) True
B) False

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The operations of Metal Industries, Inc., are major sources of air pollution. These operations must use


A) ​the absolutely cleanest air technology.
B) ​the best available filter technology.
C) ​the maximum achievable control technology.
D) ​the most affordable scrubbing technology.

E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

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There are no defenses to liability under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act.

A) True
B) False

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A public authority, such as a state's attorney general, can sue to stop a "public" nuisance.

A) True
B) False

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Those who knowingly violate the Clean Air Act may be subject to civil penalties but not criminal penalties.

A) True
B) False

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Without a permit, Timberline Plywood Company discharges its untreated wastewater into Urban City's storm drainage pipes, which empty into Valley Creek. Under the Clean Water Act, this discharge is most likely


A) ​a violation.
B) ​not a violation because the company does not have a permit.
C) ​not a violation because water is not a stationary source.
D) ​not a violation because a storm drainage pipe is not a point source.

E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

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Liability does not extend to businesses that merge with or buy corporations that have violated CERCLA.

A) True
B) False

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Fried Food, Inc., operates a commercial frying plant, discharging pollutants into the air. Greg reports the violations to the Environmental Protection Agency. Greg​


A) ​is not entitled to a payment.
B) ​may be paid up to any amount.
C) ​may be paid up to $1,000.
D) ​may be paid up to $10,000.

E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

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Blue Water Power Corporation wants to begin operations that include the discharge of waste into navigable waters. Under the Clean Water Act, Blue must install certain equipment


A) ​with all deliberate speed after beginning operations.
B) ​before beginning operations.
C) ​only on a voluntary basis.
D) ​only if a regulatory agency challenges the discharge.

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Disposal Company operates a hazardous waste storage facility. Concerned that there may be a release of chemicals from the site, the company sells the property to Eager Developers, Inc. If there is a release, the seller is most likely


A) ​liable.
B) ​not liable because the site was sold before the release.
C) ​not liable because the company was concerned about the release.
D) ​not liable because the company no longer operates the facility.

E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

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