If All Sources of Oil, Unconventional or Not, in the United

question 3

Multiple Choice

If all sources of oil, unconventional or not, in the United States were equally economically feasible to harvest, which source would be most profitable?

• A) conventional oil
• B) conventional natural gas
• C) fracking natural gas
• D) oil sands
• E) kerogen shale

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Definitions:

ERG Theory

A motivation theory developed by Clayton Alderfer that categorizes human needs into three groups: Existence, Relatedness, and Growth.

Physiological Well-Being

A state of physical health and functioning that allows an individual to perform daily activities without limitations or distress.

Maslow's Hierarchy

A theory of psychological motivation based on a hierarchy of needs, from basic survival needs to self-actualization.

Lower-Order Physiological Needs

Basic human necessities such as food, water, shelter, and sleep that are essential for survival.