Environmental
A 'brownfield' in Alaska is best described as:
AAgricultural land that has been fallow for more than 10 years
BAbandoned or underused property with known or perceived contamination that inhibits redevelopment✓ Correct
CA federally designated wilderness area
DA coastal property subject to tidal flooding
Explanation
Brownfields are properties where real or perceived environmental contamination complicates reuse or redevelopment. Federal and state programs (including EPA Brownfields grants) provide funding and liability protections to encourage brownfield assessment and cleanup for productive reuse.
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