Those Opposed to Fracking, a Method of Extracting Natural Gas

question 14

Multiple Choice

Those opposed to fracking, a method of extracting natural gas through breaking up underground rocks with chemicals and water, warn that this method might pollute nearby sources of drinking water.
-If this pollution occurs, the market equilibrium with no government intervention extracts ________ natural gas than the efficient quantity and ________ a deadweight loss.

• A) less; does not create
• B) more; does not create
• C) less; creates
• D) more; creates

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Definitions:

Basal Conglomerate

A sedimentary rock consisting of rounded clasts or pebbles embedded in a matrix of finer-grained material, often forming the base of a sedimentary sequence.

Plant-Rich Swamp

Wetland ecosystems characterized by the abundance of vegetation, particularly various types of plants, often found in low-lying areas.

Yellowish-Tan Sandstone

Yellowish-tan sandstone is a specific variety of sandstone that exhibits a pale yellow to tan color, indicating the presence of certain minerals and iron compounds.

Steep Mountain Front

The abrupt transition from a mountain's slope to the relatively flat terrain, typically indicating tectonic activity or erosion processes.