Question

1. the pie chart to the right shows sources of carbon emissions in the united states. look at the two highest sources of carbon emissions. what do these two sources have in common? pick the best answer. a. they generally rely on the burning of fossil fuels. b. they cause deforestation. c. they reduce reliance on fossil fuel use. d. they are good examples of renewable energy use. pie chart with categories: commercial, residential (11%), agriculture (9%), transportation (28%), electricity (28%), industry (22%)

Explanation:

The two highest sources of carbon emissions are Electricity (28%) and Transportation (28%). Both sectors primarily rely on burning fossil fuels: electricity generation often uses coal, natural gas, and oil; transportation relies heavily on gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel (all fossil fuels). Option b is incorrect as deforestation is linked to agriculture, not these two. Option c is wrong because these sectors increase, not reduce, fossil fuel reliance. Option d is incorrect since they are mostly based on non-renewable fossil fuels, not renewable energy.

Answer:

a. They generally rely on the burning of fossil fuels.