Considering the Complex Problem of Whether Natural Gas Should Replace

question 9

Multiple Choice

Considering the complex problem of whether natural gas should replace coal as a fuel source for electricity production, you identify environmental and public policy issues and connect it to the disciplines of Earth science and biology because they focus on the environment, and political science because it focuses on the process of passing environmental legislation and enforcing regulations. The disciplines of Earth science, biology, and political science are

• A) Potentially relevant.
• B) Definitely relevant.
• C) Irrelevant.

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Definitions:

Less-developed Countries

Nations with a lower standard of living, underdeveloped industrial base, and low Human Development Index (HDI) relative to other countries.

Lucrative Market

A market segment in which a company can generate substantial profits due to high demand or superior positioning.

International Trade

The exchange of goods and services between countries, which can involve imports, exports, and the balance of trade.

Economic Growth

An increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over a period, leading to a rise in the country’s wealth.