Question

analyzing graphs of natural resource use
graph 1
u.s primary energy consumption by energy source, 2020
source: u.s. energy information administration, monthly energy review, april 2021

1. what are the top 3 energy sources used in the u.s.?
2. what percent of energy use comes from nonrenewable resources?

Explanation:

Step1: Identify top 3 energy - sources from pie - chart

From the pie - chart, the top 3 energy sources are Petroleum (35%), Natural Gas (34%), and Coal (10%).

Step2: Identify non - renewable resources

Non - renewable resources include Petroleum, Natural Gas, and Coal.

Step3: Calculate percentage of non - renewable resources

Add the percentages of Petroleum, Natural Gas, and Coal: 35%+34% + 10%=79%.

Answer:

1. Petroleum, Natural Gas, Coal
2. 79%