Which quotation from a publication by a researcher would most effecti…

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A student is writing an essay on the subject of cultured meat, which is grown in a laboratory and is intended to help reduce the number of livestock harvested for food. The student wants to make the case that cultured meat production may be useful in responding to an expected widespread change in the public's behavior.

Which quotation from a publication by a researcher would most effectively support the student's claim?

"Consumers tend to believe that using less packaging when selling meat products in stores would have a significant effect on the environment."

"The flavor of meat from livestock differs across species (from pig to chicken to cow), and is also influenced by farming conditions and the breeds and genders of animals."

"A growing population that is including significantly more meat in its diet will contribute to an increasing demand for meat products in the 21st century."

"Researchers who advocate for the development of lab-grown meat claim that it's better for the environment than conventional meat because it requires less water consumption."