Question detail
What is a significant factor affecting the global distribution of energy supply?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Section C: The challenge of resource management
Question
- A. The availability of renewable energy sources.
- B. The size of the population in each country.
- C. The geographical location of countries.
- D. The level of technological advancement.
Answer
The correct answer is The geographical location of countries..
Explanation
The correct option is The geographical location of countries.. The geographical location of countries. is correct because it directly matches the approved learning objective to describe the global distribution of energy consumption and supply. This belongs to Energy (optional route) within Section C: The challenge of resource management, so the answer must stay focused on the geographical process, evidence, place, or impact named by the curriculum. The other options are weaker because they move away from Energy (optional route), reverse the geographical relationship, or make a broader claim than the objective supports.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Energy Distribution
Students often confuse the global distribution of energy consumption with the distribution of energy supply, thinking they are the same.
Clarify that energy consumption refers to how much energy is used by different countries, while energy supply refers to how much energy is available for use. Use maps and data to illustrate the differences.
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