Question

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which of the following best describes an outcome of the 1970s oil crisis in
the united states?

a. americans increased their fuel use to protest the government’s
handling of the crisis.

b. u.s. corporations agreed to strict international emissions
regulations.

c. the u.s. government increased its investment in researching
alternative fuel sources.

d. international support for free trade agreements reached
historically low levels.

Explanation:

• Option A: During the oil crisis, fuel was scarce and prices rose, so Americans would likely reduce fuel use, not increase it to protest. Eliminate A.
• Option B: Strict international emissions regulations (like modern ones) weren't a focus of the 1970s oil crisis response; the crisis was about oil supply/price, not emissions agreements for corporations. Eliminate B.
• Option C: The 1970s oil crisis (due to OPEC embargoes) led to oil shortages and price spikes. This motivated the U.S. government to invest in researching alternative fuels (e.g., renewable energy, synthetic fuels) to reduce dependence on foreign oil. This is a valid outcome.
• Option D: The oil crisis didn't directly cause international free trade support to hit historically low levels. Free trade agreements' support is more related to trade policies, tariffs, etc., not oil supply issues. Eliminate D.

Answer:

C. The U.S. government increased its investment in researching alternative fuel sources.