Question

What are the advantages of exploiting resources with short term aims?

Answer 1

1. Provides immediate meeting of current basic human needs.
2. Fast development and industrialization.
3. Large number of useul products can be provided.
4. Overall improvement in peoples' lifestyle.

Answer 2

Answer:

Overconsumption of resources with short-term interests in mind will give a boost to the economy. However, the increased growth of the economy will be short-lived since the exploitation of resources is not sustainable. Exploiting resources for the sake of short-term goals will be beneficial to the present generations but not for future generations.