Question

wireless headphones and other small electronic devices tend to use batteries that cant be easily taken out and swapped for new ones. environmental policy researcher jean - pierre schweitzer warns that when these internal batteries stop working, the devices are usually thrown away, becoming harmful ______. which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase? a) advice b) positions c) waste d) rewards

Explanation:

The text discusses that when small electronic devices with non - easily - replaceable batteries stop working, they are thrown away. Logically, thrown - away non - functional items are considered waste. "Advice" (suggestions) and "rewards" (something given for good deeds) are not relevant. "Positions" (locations or job roles) also do not fit the context of discarded devices.

Answer:

C. waste