Question

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the essential assumption of hubberts curve is that there is a fixed amount of resource
available. so, although production may grow rapidly at first, it must eventually peak and
decline as the resource is depleted.
hubberts curve: predicted oil production over time

1. assume that the hubberts curve shown represents oil production for a nation in which

production began in 1960. when is this nations oil production expected to peak?
a. 2050
b. 2010
c. 2000
d. 1970

Explanation:

Step1: Identify peak time on x - axis

From the graph, the peak occurs at 50 years on the x - axis (Elapsed time since start of production).

Step2: Calculate the year

Since production began in 1960, add 50 years: \(1960 + 50=2010\)

Answer:

B. 2010