Environmental
Asbestos in a building is most hazardous when:
AIt is in solid, intact (non-friable) condition
BIt is friable (crumbled, broken, or deteriorating) and fibers can become airborne✓ Correct
CIt is wet from water damage
DIt is painted over
Explanation
Asbestos becomes hazardous when it is friable — meaning it can be crumbled by hand and release fibers into the air. Intact, non-friable asbestos is generally not considered an immediate health risk.
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