Question

synthetic fibers, such as nylon, are one example of the many products that are made from petroleum. which group might experience a negative economic effect from the making of synthetic fabrics?
textile workers who make the synthetic fabrics
oil companies that search for new sources of petroleum
refineries that make ethanol, an alternative to petroleum - based fuels
farmers who grow cotton and flax, which are sources of natural fibers

Explanation:

Synthetic fabrics made from petroleum (like nylon) compete with natural fibers (cotton, flax). If synthetic fabrics are more widely used, demand for natural fibers drops. This harms farmers growing cotton and flax economically. Textile workers making synthetics (A) benefit from production. Oil companies (B) benefit from petroleum use. Ethanol refineries (C) are alternative fuel - not directly related to synthetic fabric impact on natural fiber farmers.

Answer:

D. farmers who grow cotton and flax, which are sources of natural fibers