If We Do Not Change Our Current Rates of Coal

question 43

Multiple Choice

If we do not change our current rates of coal usage,how long will the proven coal reserves last?

• A)1 year
• B)10 years
• C)100 years
• D)1,000 years
• E)5,000 years

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