Which One of the Following Statements Is the Best Explanation

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is the best explanation as to why nuclear fusion is not at present used to generate electric power?

• A)Fusion produces too much radiation.
• B)Fusion requires isotopes that are scarce.
• C)Fusion processes can result in nuclear explosions.
• D)Fusion results in large amounts of radioactive waste.
• E)Fusion requires very high temperatures that are difficult to contain.

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Definitions:

Induced Consumption

Refers to the portion of consumer spending that changes in response to changes in income levels, typically increasing as disposable income rises.

Dissaving

The action of spending more money than received as income, typically by drawing down savings or borrowing.

45-Degree Line

In economics, a graphical representation used in Keynesian cross diagrams, where the line represents points where aggregate expenditure equals national income.

APC

The average propensity to consume, which is the ratio of consumption spending to disposable income.