Question detail

Which of the following is an example of a non-renewable energy resource?

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MCQ

Type

practice

Style

Topic

National and global energy resources

Question

  1. A. Wind
  2. B. Solar
  3. C. Coal
  4. D. Hydroelectricity

Answer

Coal

Explanation

Coal is a fossil fuel and is classified as a non-renewable energy resource because it cannot be replenished in a short time frame.

Common mistake

Misinterpreting Data Trends

Students often confuse short-term fluctuations in energy resource use with long-term trends, leading to incorrect conclusions about energy patterns.

Focus on identifying consistent patterns over a longer period in the data, rather than reacting to short-term changes.

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