Which of the following groups of terms are in the order of increasing intension?
A) Leaded gasoline, gasoline, fossil fuel, fuel.
B) Fossil fuel, fuel, leaded gasoline, gasoline.
C) Fuel, fossil fuel, gasoline, leaded gasoline.
D) Gasoline, leaded gasoline, fuel, fossil fuel.
E) Fossil fuel, gasoline, leaded gasoline, fuel.

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The term "fuel" is the most general term that can refer to any substance that is burned to produce energy. "Fossil fuel" is a more specific type of fuel that is formed from the remains of dead plants and animals. "Gasoline" is a more specific type of fossil fuel that is commonly used as a fuel for vehicles. "Leaded gasoline" is a specific type of gasoline that contains lead as an additive. Therefore, the correct order from least specific to most specific is: fuel, fossil fuel, gasoline, leaded gasoline. Choice C is the only option that follows this order.

Which of the Following Groups of Terms Are in the Order