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A(n) _______________ is an indirect tax that strives to account for the actual societal costs of use of a fuel, including such indirect aspects as air and water pollution, health, and climate change.
  Fill in the blank with correct word.

Question 2

A(n) _______________ is a government-controlled mechanism to reduce emission of pollutants during energy generation by providing economic incentives and penalties.
  Fill in the blank with correct word.



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Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: carbon tax

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: cap-and-trade plan



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