AP Environmental Scienceeasymcq1 pt
Which is the correct waste hierarchy order (best to worst)?
A.Reduce → reuse → recycle → dispose
B.Recycle → dispose → reduce → reuse
C.Dispose → recycle → reuse → reduce
D.All options are equal
Explanation
Core Concept
Preventing waste (reduce), using items again (reuse), and reprocessing materials (recycle) all beat disposal — the standard priority.
Correct Answer
AReduce → reuse → recycle → dispose
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