Multiple choice

Energy security is

  1. the interrupted availability of energy.

  2. the uninterrupted availability of energy.

  3. the uninterrupted availability of affordable energy.

  4. the interrupted availability of affordable energy.

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Energy security is defined as the uninterrupted availability of energy sources at an affordable price. This definition encompasses both long-term security (timely investments to supply energy in line with economic developments) and short-term security (the ability of the energy system to react promptly to sudden changes).