What Factor Might Lead to More Political Support for Higher

question 24

Multiple Choice

What factor might lead to more political support for higher fuel -efficiency standards?

• A) release of oil from the national petroleum reserves
• B) lower oil prices
• C) an end to political instability in the Middle East
• D) a greater supply of oil
• E) even higher oil prices

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