Suppose the World Demand for Copper Is About 8,600,000 Tons

question 21

Multiple Choice

Suppose the world demand for copper is about 8,600,000 tons per year. The known global reserves are 308,000,000 tons. What is the static reserve for copper?

• A) 21.62
• B) 35.81
• C) 65.47
• D) 96.55

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