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  3. There are much discussion about whether economic growth is desirable. At an

There are much discussion about whether economic growth is desirable. At an

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问题     There are much discussion about whether economic growth is desirable. At an earlier period, our desire for material wealth may have been【S1】______. Now, however, this desire for more than we need is causing serious problems. Even though we have good【S2】______, we may be producing too much, too fast.
    Those who【S3】______economic growth argue that we must slow down. They believe that society is approaching certain limits on growth. These include the【S4】______supply of natural resources,  the possible【S5】______effects of industry on the natural environment, and the continuing increase in the world’s population. As society reaches these limits, economic growth can no longer continue, and the quality of life will【S6】______
    People who want more economic growth, on the other hand, argue that even at the present growth rate there are still many poor people in the world. These【S7】______of economic growth believe that only more growth can create the capital needed to improve the quality of life in the world.  Furthermore, they argue that only continued growth can provide the【S8】______resources required to protect our natural surroundings from industrialization.
    This debate over the desirability of continued economic growth is of【S9】______importance to business and industry. If those who argue against economic growth are correct, the problems they mention cannot be【S10】______. To find a solution, economists and the business community must pay attention to these problems and continue to discuss them with one another.

    A)exclusive                         I)negative
    B)proponents                        J)decrease
    C)criticize                         K)required
    D)improved                          L)supplier
    E)financial                         M)justified
    F)challenge                         N)ignored
    G)intentions                        O)vital
    H)fixed [br] 【S5】
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答案 I
解析 空格位于冠词与名词之间，缺形容词。延续前文主题，经济发展的极限包括自然资源供应有限(fixed)、工业发展对自然环境的负面影响(negative effect)及世界人口的持续增加。填negative。
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