Which system is characterized by the use of a holding tank for sewage disposal?

The correct choice is the system characterized by the use of a holding tank for sewage disposal. Holding tanks are designed to temporarily store sewage until it can be transported to a treatment facility. They offer a solution for areas where conventional sewage systems are impractical or where soil conditions prohibit the use of standard septic systems. This type of system requires regular pumping and maintenance to ensure that waste is removed and disposed of properly.

In contrast, septic systems typically involve a treatment process where waste is broken down by bacteria in the tank and then filtered through the soil in a drain field. Composting toilets utilize biological processes to decompose waste on-site and convert it into compost rather than holding it in a tank. Similarly, water stabilization ponds are natural or artificial ponds that treat sewage through biological processes involving sunlight and algae, rather than holding the waste like a holding tank. Each of these alternatives serves different disposal methods but does not specifically fulfill the role of a holding tank.