Which statement includes a claim that is debatable True (debatable) False (Non debatable). A. The Florida legislature is considering adding a refundable deposit to beverages sold in recyclable containers. True or False. B. Increasing the refundable deposit for recyclable glass bottles and aluminum cans will encourage more people to recycle. True or False. C. Using a metal water bottle is one thing the average person can do to keep plastics out of landfills. True or False. D. One major university reduced its overall waste output by 62% through a recycling and composting program. True or False.

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Let's analyze each statement:

A. The Florida legislature is considering adding a refundable deposit to beverages sold in recyclable containers.

  • Debatable status: False. (This is a statement of fact; it reports on a potential legislative action.)

B. Increasing the refundable deposit for recyclable glass bottles and aluminum cans will encourage more people to recycle.

  • Debatable status: True. (This is a claim that can be argued for or against; it posits a cause-and-effect relationship.)

C. Using a metal water bottle is one thing the average person can do to keep plastics out of landfills.

  • Debatable status: True. (While generally acceptable, it suggests an opinion about the effectiveness of using metal water bottles, which can be debated.)

D. One major university reduced its overall waste output by 62% through a recycling and composting program.

  • Debatable status: False. (This is a statement of fact; it reports on a specific initiative and its results.)

In summary: A. False
B. True
C. True
D. False