Refer to the Department of Energy's "Guide to Renewable Energy."

How does the word incentives affect the meaning of this sentence?

Installing renewable energy systems can be costly, but federal and state incentives in the form of tax credits and grants can significantly reduce the upfront costs.

Responses

It emphasizes the government's role in installing renewable energy systems.
It emphasizes the government's role in installing renewable energy systems.

It helps to explain what "upfront" costs mean.
It helps to explain what "upfront" costs mean.

It emphasizes the financial benefits of using renewable energy.
It emphasizes the financial benefits of using renewable energy.

It distracts readers from the real cost of renewable energy.

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The correct response is:

It emphasizes the financial benefits of using renewable energy.

The use of the word "incentives" highlights the financial assistance available, such as tax credits and grants, that can lower the initial investment needed for renewable energy systems, thereby making them more accessible and appealing to potential users.