In the text, ‘contradictory estimates of oil reserve data...

A

the figures on the probable amount of remaining oil in reserves known have been inaccurately announced.

B

researchers in the Smith School have reached conclusions on the use of energy alternatives that confirm the opinion of political leaders.

C

oil reserves estimates should be readjusted to indicate that around twelve hundred billion barrels are available for consumption.

D

political and financial concerns have led to the announcement of precise data on oil production available to the public.

E

only 850-900 billion barrels will be produced by the middle of the current decade.