Challenges in dealing with the growing volume of e-wastes include all of the following except
A) developing the specialized technology for safely processing recyclable e-wastes.
B) creating public policy to regulate the handling of e-wastes.
C) developing the emission control for toxic materials when e-wastes are incinerated with other combustible MSW.
D) avoiding outsourcing e-waste to developing nations where workers are not protected from the hazardous materials they handle.
Answer: C) developing the emission control for toxic materials when e-wastes are incinerated with other combustible MSW.
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