The import of natural gas in 2012, when compared to 2010, is approximately:
Explanation:
As seen in the previous question, the import of natural gas in the year 2010
= 80 × 1.05 × 0.5 = 42 MTOE.
From Chart 2, the consumption of natural gas in the year 2012
= 80 × 1.05 × 1.1 × 1.05 = 97.02 MTOE.
Using Chart 3, the import of natural gas in the year 2012
= 97.02 × 0.3 = 29.11 MTOE
Thus, the import of natural gas has reduced by approximately 13 MTOE.
Hence, option (b).
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