How many of them contain plastic?

Question

Consider the following:

I. Cigarette butts

II. Eyeglass lenses

III. Car tyres

How many of them contain plastic?

1. A. Only one
2. B. Only two
3. C. All the three (Correct answer)
4. D. None

Correct Answer

Option C — All the three

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is All the three.

Key Points

• Cigarette butts contain cellulose acetate fibres — a form of plastic that persists in the environment for decades.
• Most eyeglass lenses today are made of polycarbonate or other optical-grade plastics.
• Car tyres contain synthetic rubber (styrene-butadiene) derived from petroleum, as well as other polymer materials.
• All three items contain plastic.