Why is bioethanol often added to gasoline?

A. Ethanol is a renewable resource that can increase fuel efficiency and lower vehicle emissions.
B. Adding bioethanol to fuels uses surplus corn and wheat that would otherwise go to waste.
C. Ethanol is blended with gasoline because it can't be used directly to fuel vehicles.
D. It costs less than gasoline.


A. Ethanol is a renewable resource that can increase fuel efficiency and lower vehicle emissions.

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