All of the following statements are true about surface mining except
A)Strip mining is an example of surface mining.
B)It accounts for 60% of the coal mined in the U.S.
C)Surface mining is the most hazardous type of mining for workers.
D)Surface mining is a less expensive mining process than subsurface mining.
E)Mountaintop removal is an example of surface mining.

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Surface mining is generally considered less hazardous than underground mining due to the reduced risk of underground accidents, making statement C incorrect.

All of the Following Statements Are True About Surface Mining