In 2006, Part of the Sago Coal Mine in West

question 21

Multiple Choice

In 2006, part of the Sago coal mine in West Virginia collapsed, killing twelve men.Which of the following statements about this event is correct?

• A)This accident was an exception; mining is federally regulated and is therefore one of the safest occupations.
• B)The mine had a clean record with no violations; it was determined that the miners themselves had caused the explosion by not following proper practices.
• C)An explosion killed all of the men inside the mine instantly.
• D)Over a period of years, this mine had been cited for hundreds of safety violations.

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