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Would a high tax on oil significantly reduce the amount of pollution coming from the use of oil? Why or why not?
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Oil, when burned as fuel, releases various pollutants into the atmosphere, including carbon dioxide (a major greenhouse gas), sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter. These pollutants contribute to environmental issues such as global warming, acid Show more…
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