Water and Soil Pollution from Oil and Gas Drilling Is

question 39

Multiple Choice

Water and soil pollution from oil and gas drilling is primarily what type of concern?

• A) Consumer relations
• B) Environmental issues
• C) Community relations
• D) Employee relations
• E) Relations with stockholders

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