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Contemporary American Society: The Late 20th Century — Test

Question 8 • United States History and Geography

Which was a requirement of the Clean Air Act?

Answer
A
Drivers had to drive shorter distances.
B
Car manufacturers had to make electric cars.
C
Cleaner-burning gas had to be used in cars.
D
Car manufacturers had to make smaller cars.

Explanation

The Clean Air Act aimed to reduce air pollution, including pollution from motor vehicles. It required measures such as using cleaner-burning gasoline and setting limits on vehicle emissions. It did not require drivers to travel less or manufacturers to make electric or smaller cars. The correct choice is cleaner-burning gas had to be used in cars.

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