Question

which of the following statements about the quantity of solid waste is correct? select one: a. the quantity of municipal solid waste generated per person in the united states has not increased significantly over the last 20 years. b. the total quantity of municipal solid waste produced in the united states has not increased for the last 20 years. c. the proportion of municipal solid waste in the united states that is recycled or composted has not increased for the last 20 years. d. the proportion of the municipal solid waste in the united states that is plastic has not increased for the last 20 years.

Explanation:

In the United States, over the last 20 - year period, the quantity of municipal solid waste generated per person has not increased significantly. Population growth and waste - management efforts have influenced the overall waste situation. The total quantity of waste has increased due to population growth, the proportion of recycled or composted waste has grown with increased environmental awareness, and the proportion of plastic waste has also changed over time.

Answer:

A. The quantity of municipal solid waste generated per person in the United States has not increased significantly over the last 20 years.