A new energy resource has a net energy ratio of 0.2. Energy evaluators are most likely to recommend
A)using this energy resource immediately for transportation.
B)using this energy resource immediately for production of electricity.
C)minimizing use of this resource until net energy ratios for other energy alternatives become lower.
D)rejecting its use now and in the immediate future.
E)maximizing use of this resource until net energy ratios for other energy alternatives become higher.

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A net energy ratio of 0.2 indicates that the energy resource produces only one-fifth of the energy required to extract, process, and use it, making it inefficient and unsustainable for current use.

A New Energy Resource Has a Net Energy Ratio of 0.2