Environmental
Which of the following best describes a 'Phase I Environmental Site Assessment'?
ASoil and groundwater sampling and testing
BA review of records, site inspection, and interviews to identify recognized environmental conditions✓ Correct
CFull remediation of contaminated soil
DA government-mandated cleanup plan
Explanation
A Phase I ESA (per ASTM Standard E1527) involves records review, site reconnaissance, interviews, and report — but no sampling. It identifies recognized environmental conditions (RECs). Sampling occurs in Phase II.
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