Environmental
What is 'sick building syndrome' most commonly attributed to?
AStructural deterioration of the building envelope
BPoor indoor air quality from mold, VOCs, inadequate ventilation, or chemical off-gassing✓ Correct
CElectromagnetic fields from electrical wiring
DNaturally occurring radon or methane gas
Explanation
Sick building syndrome is most commonly attributed to poor indoor air quality — including inadequate ventilation, mold growth, off-gassing from building materials and furniture (VOCs), and biological contaminants.
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