. Which statement best reflects the author's response to the conflicting point of view about the future of energy use in America? A. Different polls show that Americans support Alternative energy use and fuel efficiency standards for cars.

B. Americans have been able to get more work and power more conveniences from the same amount of energy.

C. Currently, Americans need fewer British thermal units (BTUs) to produce the same amount of gross domestic product.

D. Americans need to work harder to become less dependent on coal, oil, and gas for our increasing energy needs.