What was the global investment in clean energy last year?

• $240 billion

• $80 billion

• $100 billion

• $50 billion

Which country currently leads the world in total clean energy investments?

• United States

• Germany

• China

• India

What was the U.S. market share in solar panel production last year?

• 7%

• 50%

• 40%

• 20%

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What choice does America have to make regarding solar technologies?

• To be importers or exporters

• To invest or not invest

• To collaborate or compete

• To innovate or imitate

What must America do to compete in the clean energy race?

• Invent technologies only

• Make and sell technologies

• Ignore the competition

• Import technologies

What is the stance of some in Washington regarding clean energy production?

• They are indifferent

• They support it fully

• They want to increase investments

• They think America shouldn't compete

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What did President Kennedy say about action and inaction?

• Inaction is preferable

• Action is always costly

• Inaction is risk-free

• Risks of action are less than risks of inaction

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What is the ultimate choice America faces regarding the clean energy industry?

• To lead or follow

• To compete or concede

• To innovate or stagnate

• To invest or divest

What is the primary benefit of investing in clean energy technologies?

• Decreased innovation

• Higher energy costs

• Energy independence

• Increased pollution

Which sector is most likely to benefit from advancements in solar technology?

• Agriculture

• Energy

• Healthcare

• Transportation