Which of the Following Statements Does NOT Explain Why There

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements does NOT explain why there are fewer sanitary landfills today than 20 years ago?

A) Many landfills closed after they reached capacity.
B) Many landfills closed because they did not comply with environmental standards.
C) Fewer landfills are needed because newer landfills are generally much larger than in the past.
D) Fewer landfills are needed because less municipal solid waste is produced today than in the past.
E) Many desirable sites are already taken, and new sites are often opposed by local residents