Describe the use of coal and nuclear power for generating electricity in the United States.Choose one and explain why it is the better source of energy for meeting America's electricity needs
What will be an ideal response?
An ideal response will:
1, Discuss the pros and cons of coal.For example, coal is America's most abundant fuel and almost 90 percent of the country's energy deposits are in the form of coal.It currently provides half of allelectricity.However, it is a very dirty fuel that contributes to global warming and acid rain.It is also very hazardous to the health of miners.
2, Discuss the pros and cons of nuclear power.For example, it is cheaper than other forms of fuel like gasoline and heating fuel.It is a cleaner energy than coal and does not contribute to acid rain or global warning.However, it generates nuclear waste and the nation has not agreed upon a safe and environmentally friendly way to store and dispose of such waste.
3, Provide a well-reasoned and supported argument in favor of the use of one of these fuel sources over the other.The argument should address the balance between economical energy production and protection of the environment.
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A. ?authority but not legitimacy. B. ?legitimacy but not authority. C. ?both authority and legitimacy. D. a democratic form of government. E. ?an authoritarian form of government.
Most democracies in the world have
A) an electoral system in which parties receive a share of seats in parliament that is proportional to the popular vote they receive. B) an electoral system in which the country is divided into geographic districts, and the candidates who win the most votes within their districts are elected. C) a "first past the post" system. D) a single-member, simple plurality system. E) a redistricting of voters.
Typically, how do state constitutions tend to differ from the U.S. Constitution?
a. State constitutions are very vague and do not contain specific policy issues. b. State constitutions tend to favor commerce and disregard civil rights. c. State constitutions are more specific on policy issues and in describing the political system. d. State constitutions generally omit a judicial system and default to the federal government. e. States generally have a weak political identity that is not voiced in the constitution.
The process of political socialization begins
a. when college professors begin speaking of politics. b. in high school as young adults begin forming their opinions on politics. c. in early childhood. d. as an adult once one has a vested interest in government when he or she begins to pay taxes. e. once people begin using the Internet and sampling other media sources.