TED: How to use a paper towel | Joe Smith

The video discusses the excessive use of paper towels in the US and introduces a method to reduce this usage. It explains various types of paper towel dispensers and common usage habits. The main focus is on the 'shake and fold' technique, which is demonstrated to be an efficient way to dry hands using only one paper towel. The video concludes with practical tips and a call to action to adopt this method for environmental benefits.

How many pounds of paper towels could be saved annually if each person used one less towel per day?

• 100,000 pounds

• 1 million pounds

• 571,230,000 pounds

• 13 billion pounds

What is the key technique mentioned to reduce paper towel usage?

• Shake and Fold

• Quick Dry

• Tear and Use

• Double Fold

Why is the number 12 significant in the 'Shake and Fold' technique?

• It is the number of seconds to dry

• It is the number of paper towels used

• It represents the number of shakes

• It is the number of folds

What is a benefit of folding the paper towel as mentioned in the video?

• It makes the towel more absorbent

• It allows for interstitial suspension

• It reduces the size of the towel

• It makes the towel easier to tear

What is the environmental impact of using one less paper towel per person per day?

• It saves 1 million pounds of paper

• It has no significant impact

• It increases paper usage

• It saves 571,230,000 pounds of paper