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A. To mimic natural processes in a series of tanks filled with aquatic plants.
B. To use high strength chemicals to disinfect large amounts quickly.
C. To let nature take care of it by dumping raw sewage in rivers.
D. To simply pour sewage into existing, unlined natural wetlands.


Answer: A

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