The Primary Disadvantage of Fracking Is the ____

question 1

Multiple Choice

The primary disadvantage of fracking is the ____.

• A) large-scale nature of shale deposits
• B) high cost of development
• C) potential for groundwater pollution
• D) large quantities of water used
• E) noise effects of drilling equipment on nearby homes

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Definitions:

Synthesize

To chemically produce a compound, typically by combining or compiling different elements or substances through various reactions.

Probability

The chance of an event taking place, shown as a numeric figure lying between 0 and 1.

Standard Normal Distribution

A probability distribution that has a mean of zero and a standard deviation of one, used as a basis in inferential statistics.

Probability

A measure of the likelihood that a specific event will occur, often expressed as a number between 0 and 1.