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Question
State three ways to minimize the global warming.
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Solution
The three ways to minimize global warming are:
(i) Reduction in the use of fossil fuels and adoption of technology based on renewable sources of energy.
(ii) Reduction in deforestation and increase in afforestation.
(iii) Fostering international co-operation to reduce greenhouse gas emission.
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