One of the Most Important Steps Governments Can Take to Encourage

question 14

Multiple Choice

One of the most important steps governments can take to encourage a different energy future is to do which of the following?

• A)put taxes on fossil fuels
• B)cap and trade systems for reducing carbon dioxide
• C)run public service announcements encouraging a new direction in energy
• D)phase out subsidies and taxbreaks for fossil fuels and nuclear energy
• E)increase the CAFE standards

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Definitions:

Limited Water

A situation where the availability of water resources is insufficient to meet the demands of a population or ecosystem.

Systemic Barrier

A structural obstacle embedded within policies, practices, or societal norms, preventing certain groups from accessing opportunities or resources.

Recycling Depot

is a facility where materials such as plastics, metals, paper, and glass are collected and sorted for the purpose of recycling or reprocessing into new products.

Greenhouse Gas

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