What is the controlling idea of Passage 1, paragraph 2?

A. Having to pay to throw away trash encourages people to compost and recycle.
B. The high cost of waste removal is leading cities to pass on some costs to residents.
C. Waste management companies pick up items at designated curbside locations.
D. Residents of most states pay a flat fee for trash pickup.

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The controlling idea of Passage 1, paragraph 2 is likely:

B. The high cost of waste removal is leading cities to pass on some costs to residents.

This option addresses the central theme regarding the financial implications of waste management on residents.