Electric Cars: History and Future

What was the first mass-produced electric car in the modern era?

• Tesla Model S

• Nissan Leaf

• Chevrolet Volt

• Toyota Prius

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Which of the following is a key component of electric car batteries?

• Lithium-ion

• Nickel-cadmium

• Lead-acid

• Alkaline

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What is the primary advantage of electric cars over traditional gasoline cars?

• Lower initial cost

• Higher top speed

• Zero emissions

• Longer range

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In what year did Tesla release its first Roadster?

• 2005

• 2008

• 2010

• 2012

Which scientist is credited with inventing the first electric car?

• Thomas Edison

• Nikola Tesla

• Robert Anderson

• Henry Ford

What is the main challenge in the widespread adoption of electric cars?

• Battery life

• Charging infrastructure

• High speed

• Design aesthetics

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Which country has the highest number of electric cars per capita?

• United States

• Norway

• China

• Germany

What is the typical range of a modern electric car on a single charge?

• 50-100 miles

• 100-200 miles

• 200-300 miles

• 300-400 miles

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Which of the following is a renewable energy source that can power electric cars?

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Solar

• Nuclear

What is regenerative braking in electric cars?

• A system that uses engine power to slow down the car

• A system that converts kinetic energy into electrical energy

• A system that uses friction to stop the car

• A system that increases the car's speed

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