Question

recycling rate (p)
batteries steel paper yard trimmings aluminum tires consumer electronics glass pet plastic hdpe plastic
67.0 60.2 55.1 40.5 40.4 34.0 31.3 28.2
products
**does not include combustion with energy recovery
what is the purpose of the graph in this document?
to present data about the recyclable items referenced
to indicate which commonly discarded items are recyclable
to illustrate the improvement in recycling rates over time
to show why some items are difficult to recycle

Explanation:

The graph shows recycling rates for different products. It presents data on recyclable items. There's no time - series or reasons for difficulty.

Answer:

to present data about the recyclable items referenced