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14. Which of the following is not mentioned in the first paragraph as a problem related to

dumps and landfills?

(1) They pollute the air, water, and soil.
(2) They smell bad.
(3) They are expensive to maintain.
(4) They take up valuable space.

15. According to the second paragraph, which of the following is not needed to make

compost?

(1) air of composting.
(2) bacteria
(3) fertilizer
(4) biodegradable waste

16. The main purpose of the last paragraph is to discuss

(1) the increasing popularity
(2) alternative methods
(3) additional benefits
(4) the cost

17. According to the text, what is the difference between decomposing and rotting?

(1) Decomposing breaks waste down into nutrients, while rotting produces dangerous
pollutants.

(2) Only biodegradable waste decomposes, but any type of household garbage will rot.
(3) Waste decomposes when it is buried but rots when exposed to air.
(4) Decomposing is a much longer process than rotting.

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