What best explains why municipal governments are now focusing on waste reduction and recycling programs?

A. number of landfills has declined, which has increased the cost of waste disposal.
B. citizens are more educated and now demand more green solutions.
C. waste reduction and recycling programs are now profitable.
D. groundwater contamination around landfills is getting worse.
E. higher fuel prices are making it more expensive to transport waste.


Answer: A

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