An analysis of government subsidies for energy production would support which of the following conclusions?(1 point)

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Producers of a number of different energy types receive government subsidies.
Producers of a number of different energy types receive government subsidies.

Government subsidies favor sustainable energy sources over unsustainable energy sources.
Government subsidies favor sustainable energy sources over unsustainable energy sources.

All energy subsidies are opposed by the fossil fuel industry.
All energy subsidies are opposed by the fossil fuel industry.

The primary purpose of energy subsidies is to limit pollution.

Answer 1

The conclusion that can be supported most directly by an analysis of government subsidies for energy production is:

Producers of a number of different energy types receive government subsidies.

This statement reflects the fact that various energy producers, including both renewable and non-renewable sources, often receive government subsidies. The other options make specific claims about preferences for sustainable versus unsustainable sources, industry opposition, or motivations regarding pollution, which may not be universally supported by a straightforward analysis of subsidies.