Furniture designers often face the challenge of balancing environmental, economic, and social factors when creating new products. A designer proposes prioritizing the use of locally sourced, sustainably harvested wood to minimize environmental impact and support local economies. However, this wood is significantly more expensive than imported alternatives. The designer argues that the social and environmental benefits outweigh the increased cost, leading to a more sustainable overall design.
Which of the following would be most useful to evaluate the designer’s argument?
