Biden Says Gas Supply Should Be Back to Normal by Weekend

Biden Says Gas Supply Should Be Back to Normal by Weekend

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The transcript discusses the current status of a major pipeline, which is gradually resuming operations after a shutdown. The government has implemented several measures to mitigate fuel shortages, including relaxing rules for pipeline operators, issuing waivers for environmental standards, and lifting restrictions for truck drivers. Additionally, a waiver of the Jones Act has been granted to allow non-US vessels to transport fuel. These actions aim to restore normal fuel supply and protect consumers from price gouging.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the length of the pipeline mentioned in the video?

4500 miles

5500 miles

6500 miles

7500 miles

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the first actions taken by the government to address the fuel shortage?

Increasing fuel prices

Importing fuel from other countries

Building new pipelines

Relaxing rules for pipeline operators

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which agency issued a waiver to give fuel suppliers more flexibility?

Department of Energy

Federal Aviation Administration

Environmental Protection Agency

Federal Trade Commission

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the Jones Act waiver mentioned in the video?

To build new refineries

To restrict fuel exports

To increase fuel prices

To allow foreign vessels to transport fuel

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many vehicles could be filled with the additional fuel made available by the government's actions?

1 million vehicles

3 million vehicles

5 million vehicles

7 million vehicles