One solution to the problem of our overflowing landfills is to burn plastic objects instead of burying them. What would be some of the advantages and disadvantages of this practice?

A. disadvantage: loss of vital petroleum-based resource; advantage: generation of electricity
B. disadvantage: discourages recycling; advantage: provides new jobs
C. disadvantage: toxic air pollutants; advantage: reduced landfill volume
D. all of the above


Answer: D

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