Climate scientist Dr. Jessica Wong argues that individual lifestyle changes cannot solve climate change—systemic policy changes are required.
Which analysis would best support Wong's systemic emphasis?
Individuals can reduce their footprint
Even if every household in wealthy nations adopted maximum lifestyle changes, emissions would drop only 30%; the remaining 70% comes from industrial, energy, and transportation systems requiring policy intervention
Some people care about environment
Policies are difficult to pass
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. Maximum individual action = only 30% proves systemic change is necessary for remainder.
💡 Strategy: "X is not enough" claims need quantified limits of alternative approaches.