Which of These Statements About the U

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements about the U.S.supply of strategically important metals is true?

• A) The United States has ample domestic supplies of strategic minerals.
• B) The United States imports a small amount of some strategic minerals.
• C) The United States imports 100% of many strategic minerals.
• D) The United States has access to abundant supplies of strategic minerals with its open trade partners.

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