Question

you work for a large company that has over 1,000 computers. each of these computes uses a wireless mouse and keyboard. therefore, your company goes through a lot of alkaline batteries. when these batteries can no longer power the intended device, you need to decide what to do with them. unless otherwise dictated by your local authorities, which of the following would be the easiest way to deal with these batteries? they must be sent to hazardous waste collection. they can be recharged. they must be stored onsite until they expire. they can be thrown in the trash.

Explanation:

Alkaline batteries that can no longer power a device are considered hazardous waste in many regions. Recharging is not applicable as they are not rechargeable in general. Storing on - site until expiration is not practical for a large quantity. Throwing in the trash is often illegal and environmentally harmful. Sending to hazardous waste collection is the proper and usually easiest method in compliance with regulations.

Answer:

They must be sent to hazardous waste collection.