Question

A new factory is going to be built in an underdeveloped part of town. A company spokesperson speaks to the citizens of the town about the factory. A resident asks why the factory will use coal as a fuel source instead of solar power. Which statement would be the best answer to the citizen’s question?(1 point)
Responses

Coal is a renewable resource, so it won’t generate much pollution.
Coal is a renewable resource, so it won’t generate much pollution.

Coal is a renewable resource, so its delivery systems are in place and efficient.
Coal is a renewable resource, so its delivery systems are in place and efficient.

Coal is a nonrenewable resource, so there are a number of inexpensive systems in place to deliver the energy.
Coal is a nonrenewable resource, so there are a number of inexpensive systems in place to deliver the energy.

Coal is a nonrenewable resource, so it will be easily replaced as it is used.

Answers

GPT-4o mini
The best answer to the citizen's question is:

**Coal is a nonrenewable resource, so there are a number of inexpensive systems in place to deliver the energy.**

This response acknowledges the nature of coal as a nonrenewable resource while also providing a rationale for its use based on established infrastructure and cost.