California's electricity crisis as illustrated in the chapter is partially explained by the fact that:

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The chapter explains that during California's electricity crisis, generators of electric power gained market power when demand increased. As a result, they were able to charge much higher prices for electricity and manipulate the market to their advantage. This led to rolling blackouts and skyrocketing electricity prices for consumers.

California's Electricity Crisis as Illustrated in the Chapter Is Partially