Question

Need help ASAP im being timed North Dakota has the highest residential energy consumption, per capita, of any state in the US. New York's consumption is 47th on the list. Given that New York has a larger population, which choice offers one possible explanation for this difference?

A) New York's large urban populations are denser, which makes heating costs lower per capita.
B) North Dakota has a mostly rural population, and this makes heating and cooling costs higher.
C) New York uses large amounts of energy gathered from wind, solar, and other renewable sources.
D) North Dakota's winters are harsher than New York's, which drives up heating costs per capita.

Answer 1

The difference in residential energy consumption between North Dakota and New York can be explained by the harsher winters in North Dakota, which drive up heating costs per capita.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct choice that offers one possible explanation for the difference in residential energy consumption, per capita, between North Dakota and New York is Option D) North Dakota's winters are harsher than New York's, which drives up heating costs per capita. North Dakota experiences harsh winters with colder temperatures compared to New York, which leads to higher heating costs per capita. This explanation accounts for the higher energy consumption in North Dakota despite New York having a larger population.

Answer 2

Answer:I think its (D)

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