What has been the effect of hydraulic fracturing?

A. increased Superfund payments and disbursements
B. reduced reliance on fossil fuels
C. increased availability on renewable energy
D. increased production of and lower prices for natural gas and oil


Answer: D. increased production of and lower prices for natural gas and oil

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