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The Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) was a key flexible mechanism introduced by the Kyoto Protocol. What was its primary purpose?

A) To allow Annex I countries to trade emission allowances among themselves.
B) To enable developed countries to invest in emission-reduction projects in developing countries and earn credits.
C) To establish a global fund for climate change adaptation in vulnerable nations.
D) To mandate uniform carbon taxes across all signatory states.

Explanation

The Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) allowed developed countries (Annex I Parties) to implement emission-reduction projects in developing countries (Non-Annex I Parties) and earn certified emission reduction (CER) credits.

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