A College Class Is Studying the Impact of Bottled Water

question 56

Multiple Choice

A college class is studying the impact of bottled water on the environment. Which of the following is true about plastic water bottles?

• A) Most are recycled.
• B) Most are directly reused in industry.
• C) Most are not recycled and are an environmental problem.
• D) Most are not recycled but do not pose a threat to the environment.

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