Which of the following types of polyethylene is used to make trash bags?
A) HDPE
B) LDPE
C) MDPE
D) A and C
E) none of these

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LDPE (low density polyethylene) is commonly used to make trash bags because it is flexible, strong, and resistant to tearing. It is also relatively inexpensive to produce. HDPE (high density polyethylene) and MDPE (medium density polyethylene) have different properties that make them better suited for other applications such as packaging for food, blow-molded bottles, and pipe fittings.

Which of the Following Types of Polyethylene Is Used to Make