EnvironmentalIntermediateAlaska Exam

An Alaska property is near a former dry cleaning facility. The primary hazardous substance of concern would be:

AAsbestos fibers
BPerchloroethylene (PCE/PERC), a chlorinated solventCorrect
CLead-based paint, as is typical in most transactions
DMethane gas

Why Perchloroethylene (PCE/PERC), a chlorinated solvent Is Correct

Answer B: Perchloroethylene (PCE/PERC), a chlorinated solvent

Dry cleaning operations historically used perchloroethylene (PCE), a chlorinated solvent that is a known carcinogen and common groundwater contaminant at dry cleaning sites.

Exam Tip: Environmental

Environmental questions test knowledge of hazards like asbestos, lead-based paint, radon, and mold. Know the disclosure requirements and when a professional inspection is required. CERCLA liability is strict, joint, and several.

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