Question: What does the term \'sustainable practices\' refer to in the passage? (2023)

Options:

1. Methods that deplete natural resources.
2. Practices that ensure long-term ecological balance.
3. Short-term solutions to environmental issues.
4. Innovations that prioritize profit over the environment.

Correct Answer: Practices that ensure long-term ecological balance.

Exam Year: 2023

Solution:

The passage defines \'sustainable practices\' as those that ensure long-term ecological balance, making option 2 the correct interpretation.