VOICED : Los recicladores de Nueva York

Silbernus, a 45-year-old former security agent, has been collecting cans and bottles in New York for five years. Like many recyclers in the city, he earns a modest income from this work, making about 10 to 15 dollars a day. The community of recyclers, which includes people from various backgrounds, is growing, with around 7,000 individuals involved. They recycle approximately 70% of the city's bottles and cans. Despite the challenges and dangers of the job, recyclers continue their work due to economic necessity, as the cost of living in New York is high.

What is the daily earning potential for recyclers like Silbernus if they work from morning till night?

• $10 to $15

• $5 to $10

• $20 to $25

• $15 to $20

Approximately how many people are involved in recycling activities in New York?

• 6,000

• 7,000

• 5,000

• 8,000

What percentage of New York's bottles and cans are recycled by these individuals?

• 80%

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

What is one of the challenges faced by recyclers due to the increasing number of people in this activity?

• Lack of recycling centers

• Increased competition for cans

• Decreased value of recyclables

• Limited working hours

How many cans are equivalent to the cost of a two-bedroom apartment in Manhattan per month?

• 120,000

• 130,000

• 110,000

• 100,000