In terms of mineral resources, recycling is ________ as raw materials become more ________ and ________ are more plentiful.

A. Slowly increasing; scarce; wastes
B. Quickly decreasing; scarce; wastes
C. Staying about the same; expensive; environmental laws
D. Slowly decreasing; scarce; environmental laws
E. Quickly increasing; expensive; environmental laws


Answer: A

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