Environmental
Lead-based paint was banned from residential use in the United States in 1978. Prior to this ban, lead paint exposure is most hazardous to:
AAdults over 65
BYoung children and pregnant women, as lead can cause neurological damage and developmental delays✓ Correct
COnly individuals with pre-existing lung conditions
DPet animals living in the home
Explanation
Lead-based paint is most dangerous to young children (who may ingest paint chips) and pregnant women (whose developing fetuses are vulnerable to neurological damage). Lead exposure can cause intellectual disabilities, behavioral problems, and other serious developmental issues in children.
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