Question

Which of the following is not a major option for managing hazardous waste?

• A. Reducing the production of waste while increasing the amount generated.
• B. Reducing the volume and/or hazard of the waste.
• C. Long-term storage or disposal.
• D. Dumping at sea

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Reducing the production of waste while increasing the amount generated.

Reducing the volume and/or hazard of the waste, long-term storage or disposal, dumping at sea are ways of managing hazardous wastes. Reducing the production of waste while increasing the amount generated is a preventive method rather than a disposal method.