Which term describes development that meets present needs without compromising future generations?

• A. Sustainable Development
• B. Triple Bottom Line
• C. Eutrophication
• D. Matter

Answer: (A)

Sustainable development means growing and improving our world in a way that uses resources today but keeps them available and healthy for future generations. It’s about balancing present needs with the ability of the environment to supply those needs tomorrow, so long-term viability isn’t sacrificed for short-term gain. In practice, it involves three interrelated ideas: protecting ecosystems and natural resources, supporting economic well‑being, and promoting social equity and opportunity. This is the standard notion behind the term and why it’s the best fit for the description.

The other terms are related but not the exact concept asked for: the triple bottom line is a framework focusing on environmental, social, and economic outcomes, which supports sustainable thinking but isn’t the specific phrase described; eutrophication is a process of nutrient over-enrichment in water bodies; matter is a basic science term with no direct link to development.