Some economists have predicted that recent developments in energy production in the United States are estimated to result in all of the following EXCEPT
A) millions of new jobs.
B) the United States having the lowest energy costs of any country in the industrialized world.
C) a substantial increase in GDP over time.
D) significant increases in pollution.

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The other three choices are commonly cited as potential outcomes of recent developments in US energy production. However, no reputable economist would predict that increased energy production would lead to a significant increase in pollution. In fact, some economists argue that the shift toward cleaner energy sources like natural gas could help mitigate pollution.

Some Economists Have Predicted That Recent Developments in Energy Production