environment medium MCQ

Which of the following is a barrier to pro-environmental behavior change according to behavioral science?

  1. Clear information and feedback
  2. Present bias - prioritizing immediate rewards over long-term environmental benefits
  3. Strong social norms supporting conservation
  4. Convenient access to recycling facilities

Answer: Present bias - prioritizing immediate rewards over long-term environmental benefits

Behavioral economics identifies cognitive biases like present bias, status quo bias, and lack of immediate feedback as obstacles to adopting sustainable behaviors.

Topic Environmental Psychology and Behavior
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC