As the difficulty in obtaining an energy source increases, the net energy ratio ____ and the price ____.

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As the difficulty in obtaining an energy source increases, the net energy ratio declines because more energy is required to extract and deliver the energy source. This results in an increase in price as the cost of extraction and delivery is higher, which leads to a decline in the net energy ratio.

As the Difficulty in Obtaining an Energy Source Increases, the Net