Develop a simple chatbot that implements the decision tree previously discussed to determine if an object is recyclable using control structures

To create a simple chatbot that uses a decision tree to determine whether an object is recyclable, we can implement it using a series of control structures in Python. Below is a sample implementation that guides the user through a series of questions to reach a conclusion about whether the object in question is recyclable or not.

Sample Decision Tree for Recycling

1. Is it made of plastic, paper, glass, or metal?
   • If plastic:
     1. Is it a container (bottle, jar, etc.)?
        • Yes: Recyclable
        • No:
          1. Is it a plastic bag?
             • Yes: Not Recyclable
             • No: Depends on local recycling rules
   • If paper:
     1. Is it clean and dry (without food residue)?
        • Yes: Recyclable
        • No: Not Recyclable
   • If glass:
     1. Is it a bottle or jar?
        • Yes: Recyclable
        • No: Not Recyclable
   • If metal:
     1. Is it a beverage can or food can?
        • Yes: Recyclable
        • No: Not Recyclable
   • If none of the above: Not Recyclable

Python Implementation

Here is how you could implement this chatbot in Python:

def is_recyclable():
    print("Welcome to the Recycling Chatbot!")
    
    material = input("What material is the object made of? (plastic, paper, glass, metal): ").lower()
    
    if material == "plastic":
        container = input("Is it a container? (yes or no): ").lower()
        if container == "yes":
            print("The object is Recyclable!")
        else:
            plastic_bag = input("Is it a plastic bag? (yes or no): ").lower()
            if plastic_bag == "yes":
                print("The object is Not Recyclable.")
            else:
                print("It Depends on local recycling rules.")
                
    elif material == "paper":
        clean = input("Is it clean and dry? (yes or no): ").lower()
        if clean == "yes":
            print("The object is Recyclable!")
        else:
            print("The object is Not Recyclable.")
    
    elif material == "glass":
        bottle = input("Is it a bottle or jar? (yes or no): ").lower()
        if bottle == "yes":
            print("The object is Recyclable!")
        else:
            print("The object is Not Recyclable.")
    
    elif material == "metal":
        can = input("Is it a beverage can or food can? (yes or no): ").lower()
        if can == "yes":
            print("The object is Recyclable!")
        else:
            print("The object is Not Recyclable.")
    
    else:
        print("The object is Not Recyclable.")
        
if __name__ == "__main__":
    is_recyclable()

How to Use the Chatbot

1. Run the script in a Python environment.
2. Answer the questions prompted by the chatbot.
3. Based on your input, it will provide you with an answer regarding whether the object is recyclable or not.

Notes

• This chatbot assumes a basic decision-making tree and does not incorporate more complex recycling rules that may vary by location.
• You can expand and modify the decision tree for a more comprehensive recycling guide.