Alec Has Graduated from College and Is Moving to a Large

question 71

Multiple Choice

Alec has graduated from college and is moving to a large city to start a new job. Once he arrives, he plans to buy his first new car. Because he has asthma and is concerned about the effects of air pollution, he wants to consider environmental factors in his choice of vehicle and in his driving habits. He also wants to avoid asthma-related health problems associated with air pollution.
-Which of the following is likely to emit the lowest amount of greenhouse gases?

• A)an SUV
• B)an HEV
• C)a conventional midsize car
• D)a conventional compact car

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