Why do you think it is important to protect our environment?

It is critical to protect the environment so as to reduce the destruction of eco-systems caused by a myriad of anthropogenic activities. It is more of a moral obligation for humans to protect the environment from pollution and other activities that lead to environmental degradation.

Explanation:

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After 9 years:

7,680

Step-by-step explanation:

4%=0.04

1 year = 12,000 x 0.04=480

9 years= 480 x 9 = 4320

12,000-4320= 7,680