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2020

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which country was second biggest growth driver of primary energy consumption in the world, behind China, in 2019?
A
Brazil
B
India
C
Germany
D
Russia
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -New Delhi: India was second biggest growth driver of primary energy consumption in the world, behind China, in 2019 even though it witnessed fall in demand in oil and coal, according to BP Statistical Review released on Wednesday.

Detailed explanation-2: -In 2019, approximately 7.5 trillion kilowatt hours of power were consumed in China. This figure represents an increase of nearly five percent in comparison to the previous year.

Detailed explanation-3: -China is the top country by primary energy production in the world. As of 2021, primary energy production in China was 134.96 quadrillion btu that accounts for 22.25% of the world’s primary energy production.

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