What is the result of using a pay-as-you-throw approach in San Francisco, California, USA?
A. The city lost 37 garbage pickup workers.
B. The city raised its taxes as a result of stringent recycling requirements.
C. The city recycled, composted, or reused 80% of its municipal solid waste (MSW).
D. The city created a severe littering problem.
E. The city became the most expensive place to live in the United States.
Answer: C
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