Asked by Elaine Vizcarra on Jun 13, 2024

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How long would it take for the crude oil reserves in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to be depleted if it were the world's only source of oil,and if global consumption continued at the current rate? 

A)  about 1 week 
B)  about 1 to 5 months 
C)  about 1 year 
D)  about 5 years

Crude Oil Reserves

Quantities of crude oil that are identified and accessible for extraction with current technology.

Arctic National Wildlife Refuge

A protected area in Alaska, United States, known for its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and ongoing debates over oil exploration.

  • Understand the estimated depletion times of crude oil reserves under current consumption rates.
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Dariah DanielsJun 15, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) in Alaska is estimated to contain significant amounts of crude oil, but even these reserves are not sufficient to meet global oil demand for an extended period. Given the current global consumption rate of approximately 100 million barrels of oil per day, the ANWR reserves, which are estimated to be in the billions of barrels, would only suffice for a relatively short period, making the option of about 1 to 5 months the most realistic estimate among the given choices.