Which of the following items can assist in identity theft through dumpster diving?

Credit card receipts are particularly valuable for identity theft when accessed through dumpster diving. These receipts often contain sensitive information, such as the cardholder's name, card number, and sometimes even the security code or transaction details. This information can be used by thieves to make unauthorized transactions or to create counterfeit cards, thereby enabling them to impersonate the victim.

The other items listed, while they might provide some personal information or insights into a person’s habits, generally do not contain the same level of detailed financial information. Old magazines and empty containers may provide names or addresses, and food packaging might indicate purchasing habits, but they do not typically contribute directly to the ability to steal someone's identity in the same way that credit card receipts do. Thus, credit card receipts stand out as distinctly useful for a thief seeking to commit identity fraud.