Apentix/AP US History/Unit 8: Period 8 (1945-1980)/Question
AP US Historymediummcq1 pt

The creation of the Environmental Protection Agency in 1970 most directly reflected

A.the environmental movement's success in converting public concern into federal regulation
B.a Supreme Court order to abolish industry
C.the oil industry's demand for regulation
D.a decline in public concern about pollution

Explanation

Core Concept

The first Earth Day mobilized millions, and Nixon consolidated scattered pollution programs into a single enforcement agency. The EPA was followed by the Clean Air and Clean Water Acts.

Correct Answer

Athe environmental movement's success in converting public concern into federal regulation

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