In 2012,a Major Driving Force Increasing the Development and Use

question 56

Multiple Choice

In 2012,a major driving force increasing the development and use of renewable-energy is

• A)the ability to capture the energy of the wind,sun,and water.
• B)concerns about climate change and costs that are now competitive with fossil fuels.
• C)increased solar radiation and wind velocities over the past decade.
• D)the ease with which solar and wind energies can be tapped in every region of the earth.

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Definitions:

Flooding

A behavioral therapy technique used for treating phobias and anxiety disorders by exposing the patient to their anxiety source without any danger, in order to overcome their anxiety.

Exposed

Made visible or uncovered, potentially leading to harm, risk, or understanding.

Fear

An emotional response to a perceived threat, characterized by anxiety and a survival mechanism that signals danger and prepares an individual to react.

Flooding Session

A therapeutic technique used to treat phobias and anxiety disorders by exposing the patient to their fear object or context without any danger, in order to overcome the anxiety.