Multiple Choice
Which of the following most accurately describes the current status of volcano forecasting?
A) Currently,volcanic forecasting is not feasible due to high costs associated with the necessary equipment.
B) Reliable indications usually precede volcanic eruptions.
C) Scientists have hypothesized that early warning systems are possible,but none have been developed yet.
D) It is primarily the private sector interested in volcano forecasting,with governments doing little in this regard.
E) Forecasting volcanoes is not possible given the abrupt nature of explosions.
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