Which of the following events served as a catalyst for the development of a U.S. energy policy?

A. oil spill from the Exxon Valdez
B. explosion of toxic waste site in Elizabeth, New Jersey
C. election of Ronald Reagan
D. OPEC oil embargo
E. construction of the Keystone XL pipeline

Answer: D

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