International Journal of Innovative Research and Development

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The paper contribute to the knowledge that exist in the area of solid waste management by examining the linear correlation between demographic variables and recycling behaviour in a survey study of 139 marketing students of Sunyani Polytechnic, selected through convenient sampling method. The study is based on quantitative, descriptive and a cross-sectional study. Primary data was collected using self-designed questionnaire administered during lecture periods. Data was analysed using frequencies, percentage and chi-square using cross-tabulation. There are mixed findings of the relationship between demographics and recycling behaviour. Age has no significant relation with recycling behaviour. Policy makers should take into account the findings of the paper in planning to increase recycling behaviour. Longitudinal studies should be used in future studies to examine causal effects of demographics on recycling behaviour.

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The purpose of the study is to contribute to the body of knowledge in the area of climate change by examining respondents’ knowledge level on climate change in a survey study of marketing students of Sunyani Polytechnic, using a sample of 175 respondents, selected through convenient sampling method. The paper is based on quantitative research design, a descriptive and cross-sectional study. Primary data was collected using self-designed questionnaire, administered during lecture periods. Percentages, frequencies, chi-square test and cross-tabulation were used in analysing data collected and presented in Tables. Respondents have poor knowledge on climate change and need more education on climate change. Demographic variables are related to knowledge level on climate change. Policy makers should incorporate the findings into their strategies to educate people on climate change.

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