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CBme

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The U.S. Department of Energy predicts that in 2040 the average American will use ________ energy as compared to today. This is primarily due to ________.
 
  A) less; global warming
  B) less; more energy-efficient appliances, homes, and vehicles, and migration to warmer areas
  C) less; shorter commute distances and more energy-efficient buildings
  D) more; larger homes
  E) less; more people working from home

Question 2

At current rates of use, the proven reserve to run out first would be
 
  A) natural gas.
  B) coal.
  C) hydroelectric power.
  D) petroleum.
  E) biomass.


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Jevvish

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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


CBme

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Reply 2 on: Jul 14, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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