Solar Energy Is a Promising Form of Energy in the Countries

question 271

Multiple Choice

Solar energy is a promising form of energy in the countries of Southeast Asia because:

• A) the costs of solar energy are lower than any other form of energy production in that region.
• B) the region lies close to the equator, which receives more solar energy than any other part of Earth.
• C) many Southeast Asian cities have buildings that can be easily equipped with solar panels.
• D) farmers and indigenous people can easily harness solar energy with supplies that are immediately available to them.

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