One factor contributing to U.S. resistance to legal intervention regarding global climate change is .
A) the precautionary principle
B) lack of scientific evidence supporting global climate change
C) lack of support from other developed nations around the world
D) political influence of the petroleum, coal, and automobile industries
E) the success of voluntary reductions of carbon dioxide emissions by U.S. power plants

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The political influence of the petroleum, coal, and automobile industries is a significant factor contributing to U.S. resistance to legal intervention regarding global climate change. These industries have historically lobbied against regulations that would limit emissions, as such regulations could impact their profitability.

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