The US Energy-Related Carbon Dioxide Emissions in 2006 Were 5,877 Million

question 278

Multiple Choice

The U.S. energy-related carbon dioxide emissions in 2006 were 5,877 million metric tons carbon equivalent. In 2005, that figure was 5,984 million metric tons. Find the percent of decrease and round to the nearest tenth of one percent.

• A) 2.0%
• B) 1.8%
• C) 1.9%
• D) 2.1%
• E) 1.6%

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Definitions:

Displacement

A defense mechanism where the mind substitutes either a new aim or a new object for goals felt in their original form to be dangerous or unacceptable.

Adrenal Gland

A gland located above the kidneys that produces hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which are critical for the body's stress response.

Corticosteroids

A class of steroid hormones produced in the adrenal cortex or synthesized; used medicinally to reduce inflammation and affect the immune system.

ACTH

Adrenocorticotropic Hormone, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal glands to release cortisol.