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For what purpose does the author include the sentence about using the centrifuge as a doorstop?

To indicate a positive opinion of recycling
To highlight a problem with a current system
To criticize the inventor’s waste of time
To show a negative opinion of centrifuges

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The purpose of including the sentence about using the centrifuge as a doorstop is likely to highlight a problem with a current system. This implies that the centrifuge is not being used for its intended purpose, suggesting inefficiencies or issues within the current system.