Figure 3 shows the amount the US spent on education in 2017-2018. Figure 3 In 2018, the USA increased its emissions of carbon dioxide. This increase happened even though large numbers of coal-fired power stations were closed and American consumers purchased nearly double the number of electric cars. The main reason, often stated as a benefit to an economy, was high economic growth. A booming US economy has meant increased industrial production, more truck and air travel and more offices and other workplaces to heat. The result is that the USA will have to do even more in the coming years to meet international commitments for greenhouse gas reductions by increasing its protection of the environment. (c) With reference to the data above and your knowledge of economics, evaluate whether there is a trade-off between economic growth and environmental protection for a country such as the USA. (12)

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