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Fact check: When was the last time gasoline was $3.74 in Southern California
1. Summary of the results
Based on the analyses provided, none of the sources contain the specific information needed to answer when gasoline was last $3.74 in Southern California. The California Governor's website provides current and historical gas price data for various California locations but does not specify the exact date for the $3.74 price point in Southern California [1]. Similarly, the AAA Fuel Prices source offers current and historical gas price data for different California cities but lacks the specific $3.74 Southern California timeframe [2]. The Newsweek source focuses on national average gas prices and their economic impact rather than regional California pricing history [3].
2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints
The original question lacks important context about what constitutes "Southern California" - whether this refers to the Los Angeles metropolitan area, specific counties, or a broader regional definition. Gas prices can vary significantly between different areas within Southern California, making the geographic scope crucial for an accurate answer.
Additionally, the question doesn't specify whether it's asking about:
- Regular unleaded gasoline versus premium grades
- Average prices across the region versus specific stations
- Retail prices at gas stations versus wholesale prices
The sources analyzed focus on broader California data [1] [2] and national trends [3], but none provide the granular historical data needed to pinpoint when Southern California specifically hit the $3.74 price point.
3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement
The original question itself doesn't contain misinformation, as it's posed as a factual inquiry rather than making claims. However, the question assumes that gasoline was indeed $3.74 in Southern California at some point, which cannot be verified from the provided sources.
The framing suggests this price point may be significant - possibly for political or economic commentary purposes - but without access to specific historical pricing data for Southern California, it's impossible to determine if this price point ever existed or when it might have occurred. The lack of available data in the analyzed sources means the question cannot be definitively answered based on the current information.