Question

question 8
which passage from the article best supports the opinion that petroleum products may help the environment?
a. scientists arent quite sure all of these chemicals affect human health. but they have determined that some of the substances are toxic.
b. both oil and natural gas exist underground because living things made of carbon are breaking down underground.
c. for one thing, the production of oil and natural gas leads to an increase in greenhouse gases.
d. one study showed that switching to plastic car materials in europe saved 26 percent in fuel.

Explanation:

Option D shows that using plastic (a petroleum - based product) in car materials led to fuel savings in Europe, which can be considered as a positive environmental impact as less fuel consumption means lower emissions. Options A, B and C do not support the idea that petroleum products help the environment. Option A talks about toxicity, Option B about the origin of oil and gas, and Option C about the increase in greenhouse gases due to oil and gas production.

Answer:

D. One study showed that switching to plastic car materials in Europe saved 26 percent in fuel.