Coal was the first example of a fossil fuel used for energy thanks to the steam engine, which __________.
A. allowed water to be pumped out of mines
B. created demand for a previously unused fuel source
C. powered drills able to dig through the sides of mountains
D. allowed for coal mining in coastal regions
Answer: A
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