Question

1. the main purpose of recycling is to:

a. reduce consumption of fresh raw materials
b. increase pollution
c. dispose of materials in landfills
d. create waste products

Explanation:

Recycling aims to reuse materials, so it reduces the need for fresh raw materials. Option b is wrong as recycling decreases pollution. Option c is incorrect because recycling is an alternative to landfill disposal. Option d is wrong since recycling reduces waste, not create it. So the correct option is a.

Answer:

a. Reduce consumption of fresh raw materials