An increasing number of human populations are gaining access to electricity and automobiles. As these numbers continue to
increase, the worldwide consumption of major energy resources, including coal and oil, will most likely continue to increase as well.
Considering the information above, which of the following statements about humans and energy resource consumption is most
likely true?
As more people gain access to electricity, a decreasing amount of pollutants will be released into the atmosphere from
the use of coal.
B.
As humans continue to consume energy in greater amounts, the environmental impacts caused by the use of coal and
oil will increase.
C. As humans continue to consume energy in greater amounts, the environmental impacts caused by the use of coal and
oil will decrease.
D.
As more people gain access to automobiles, a decreasing amount of pollutants will be released into the atmosphere from
the use of oil.