Oil- and Gas-Producing Companies, Eager to Find Additional Sources of Oil

Multiple Choice

Oil- and gas-producing companies, eager to find additional sources of oil and gas, began using hydraulic fracturing, or "fracking," to help stimulate the release of oil and gas underground. Fracking is controversial as the water and chemicals used in the process can contaminate ground and surface water. In addition, fracking may trigger earthquakes. Companies that utilize fracking are likely to cause which social concern?

A) employment and health and safety risks
B) employment and environmental damage
C) environmental damage and social disruption
D) health and safety risks and environmental damage