Question

the debate over drilling for oil in the arctic national wildlife refuge continues. no matter what is decided, scientists will continue to look for new ways to meet the need for oil in the united states, while protecting the environment. question 3 of 8 what do you predict would happen if the united states did not have oil? most things in the united states would continue to run smoothly. people would have difficulty traveling from place to place. the united states would order less oil from other countries.

Explanation:

Oil is crucial for transportation (e.g., fuel for cars, planes). Without domestic oil, even with imports, disruptions or lack of supply would impact travel. The first option is wrong as oil is vital for many systems. The third is wrong because no domestic oil would likely increase imports, not decrease orders. So the correct prediction is travel difficulties.

Answer:

B. People would have difficulty traveling from place to place.