Which method of encouraging recycling is likely to be MOST effective given that people usually exploit opportunities to make themselves better off?

A) appealing to consumers to be a good citizen
B) publicizing the advantages of recycling
C) imposing a tax per unit of garbage generated
D) advertising different ways of recycling

Recycling

The process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects, aiming to reduce consumption of fresh raw materials, decrease energy usage, reduce air pollution (from incineration) and water pollution (from landfilling).

Tax Per Unit

A fixed amount charged as tax on a single unit of a good or service.

Good Citizen

An individual who acts responsibly, ethically, and with social awareness within their community.