Question

There are positive and negative consequences to producing energy using different methods. Which of the following is a reasonable argument for the use of nuclear power plants?

a.
Nuclear power is derived from renewable resources.
b.
Nuclear power has no byproducts associated with it.
c.
Nuclear power provides electricity at the lowest cost.
d.
Nuclear power does not impact the environment.



Please select the best answer from the choices provided


A
B
C
D

Answer 1

C

Explanation: Compared with the other choices, (c) is the most reasonable argument — nuclear plants produce large amounts of baseload electricity with low fuel and operating costs and low greenhouse‑gas emissions. The others are incorrect: nuclear fuel is not renewable (a), nuclear power does produce radioactive waste and other byproducts (b), and it does have environmental impacts (thermal discharge, mining, waste, accident risks) (d).