Overall, do you think that the benefits of dams (flood control, consistent water supply, recreational opportunities, and electricity production) outweigh the costs of dams (displacement of people from their homes, disruption of river habitat, and costs of construction and maintenance) ?

Both and neither

Explanation:

this question is open ended and can be anwsered in any way youd like. its about dissecting the pros and cons in your own opinion there is no true right or wrong. From the perspective of the government dams are great cost efficent and green, but to beavers dams are terrible. Just write however you feel and you will get a good grade as long as you put a little effort into it