In 2006, part of the Sago coal mine in West Virginia collapsed, killing twelve men. Which of the following statements about this event is correct?

a. This accident was an exception; mining is federally regulated and is therefore one of the safest occupations.
b. The mine had a clean record with no violations; it was determined that the miners themselves had caused the explosion by not following proper practices.
c. An explosion killed all of the men inside the mine instantly.
d. Over a period of years, this mine had been cited for hundreds of safety violations.


(Answer: d)

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