In 2012,the Primary Sources of U

question 58

Multiple Choice

In 2012,the primary sources of U.S.electricity generation,in order from largest to smallest,were:

• A) coal,natural gas,nuclear,and hydropower.
• B) coal,hydropower,nuclear,and renewables (wind and solar).
• C) natural gas,coal,hydropower,and petroleum.
• D) hydropower,nuclear,coal,and petroleum.

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Fiscal Period

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Salaries

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