When India became independent from Britain, it built hydroelectric dams for
power, but more recently it has shifted toward coal. Which of the following
sentences best evaluates India's increasing use of coal to create electrical
energy?
OA. Although India has to import almost all its supply, coal burns
cleanly and requires little infrastructure to use.
B. Although coal is the least expensive fuel, safety issues make it a
poor source of energy compared with that generated by nuclear
power plants.
C. Although hydroelectric dams are increasingly common in India,
concerns about air quality make coal a better choice for the
environment.
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D. Although coal is available within India, it causes air pollution and is
nonrenewable.