What factors affect the long-term viability of fuel taxes as a stable source of revenue to fund highway system improvements?

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The long-term viability of the fuel tax is affected by crude oil shortages, improved automobile efficiency, use of alternative energy sources, and shifts to public transportation. Additionally, the availability of revenue is reduced by diversion of fuel taxes to support transit, ethanol, and government general funds.

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What standard applies to higher speed LANs, supporting data rates up to 54 Mbps, at 5 GHz.

A. 802.11a B. 802.11b C. 802.11g D. Bluetooth

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As an animal ages:

a. It produces more cartilage to replace aging bone b. It becomes less susceptible to disease c. The reproductive system secretes fewer hormones d. All answers are correct.

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A flashing ESC lamp indicates a problem with the ESC system

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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