Which of the following is not one of the three primary reasons for the unprecedented rate and scale of environmental change? a. the mechanisation of industry and agriculture that has involved increased productivity, technological innovation, use of fo

The option that is not one of the three primary reasons for the unprecedented rate and scale of environmental change is: **b. development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs** This statement refers to the concept of sustainable development rather than a cause of environmental change. The other options describe factors that contribute to environmental change and degradation.