Energy Consumption Trends Analysis

Hard Data Interpretation Analyzing Graphs

The following graph illustrates the annual energy consumption (in terawatt-hours) of three different countries (Country A, Country B, and Country C) from 2015 to 2020. The vertical axis represents energy consumption, while the horizontal axis indicates the years. Country A shows a steady increase in energy consumption each year, while Country B exhibits a fluctuating pattern, peaking in 2018. Country C maintains a relatively stable consumption level with minor fluctuations.

Based on the trends observed in the graph, which of the following statements is true regarding the energy consumption patterns of these countries over the designated period?

Country A's energy consumption grew at an average rate of more than 5% annually.

Country B's energy consumption was highest in the year 2019.

Country C's energy consumption showed significant yearly increases.

From 2015 to 2020, Country B's energy consumption was consistently higher than Country C's.

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