Environmental
A Mississippi homebuyer is purchasing a home built in 1972. Federal law requires the seller to:
ATest the home for lead paint before the sale
BProvide a lead paint disclosure statement and EPA pamphlet, and give the buyer a 10-day inspection period for lead-based paint testing✓ Correct
CRemove all lead paint before the sale
DOnly disclose if lead paint is visible
Explanation
Federal law (Section 1018 of the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act) requires sellers of pre-1978 housing to provide a lead paint disclosure, the EPA 'Protect Your Family' pamphlet, and a 10-day inspection period (waivable by the buyer) for lead-based paint testing. Testing is not required — only disclosure and the opportunity to inspect.
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