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Question
What is one possible reason that hydroelectric power isn’t used more across the state?
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Responses

Coal is more readily available.
Coal is more readily available.

Runoff that accumulates causes pollution.
Runoff that accumulates causes pollution.

Dam construction is expensive.
Dam construction is expensive.

Overuse causes flooding.

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One possible reason that hydroelectric power isn’t used more across the state is that dam construction is expensive. This can be a significant barrier to the development of hydroelectric facilities, as the initial investment required for building dams and associated infrastructure can be substantial.