All of the following words mean the same thing as conservation except . A.
wasting
B.
protecting
C.
saving
D.
rationing

A. Wasting

Explanation:

Wasting - use or expend carelessly, extravagantly, or to no purpose

Protecting- keep safe from harm or injury

saving- preventing waste of a particular resource

rationing- to conserve

in the long term, the benefits of mitigation will outweigh the costs. climate change can have large consequences, such as more extreme weather events and a rise in sea level. society can adapt to and mitigate climate change to cope with these challenges. both adaptation and mitigation have their costs and benefits.