Question

how did president carter respond to the energy crisis in 1979?
he tried to develop alternative trade partners for oil.
he tried to increase us oil production.
he decreased oil shipments from opec nations.
he increased oil shipments from opec nations.

Explanation:

During the 1979 energy crisis, President Carter focused on domestic solutions to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign oil. A key part of his response was policies aimed at boosting domestic oil production, along with conservation measures. The other options are incorrect: he did not prioritize alternative trade partners as a core response, had no ability to unilaterally decrease or increase OPEC shipments.

Answer:

B. He tried to increase US oil production.