Longer projected lifetimes for scarce minerals can be achieved with all of the following, EXCEPT ________
A) finding more available substitutes for these minerals
B) exploring for new mineral reserves
C) lowering prices for products using these minerals
D) recycling
E) researching more efficient extraction techniques
Answer: C
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