Question

It is estimated that at the current rates of consumption, the reserves of petroleum may exhaust within ______ years.

• A. 150
• B. 460
• C. 700
• D. 980

Answer 1

The correct option is A

150

At present coal and petroleum are the two major sources of energy. These are termed as fossil fuels and their reserves underground are depleting fast. It is estimated that at the current rates of consumption, the reserves of petroleum may exhaust within 150 years.