41. According to the article, which statement below is FALSE? (A) The 1970s were a time of increasing awareness about environmental issues, and many people were becoming more conscious of the impact of human activity on the natural world. (B) The 1980s were a time when the public became very sensitive to ecologically destructive behavior by corporations due to ecological catastrophes. (C) The 1990s were a time when consumers and regulators were increasingly concerned about environmental issues, and companies that were able to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility often had a strong reputation in the marketplace.