Environmental
In New Mexico, 'radon testing' in residential real estate transactions is:
AMandatory under federal law for all homes
BRecommended, particularly in areas with elevated geological radon potential — NM has significant radon-prone areas due to its uranium-bearing geology✓ Correct
COnly required in commercial transactions
DProhibited by NMREC
Explanation
Radon testing is recommended (not federally mandated for most sales) but is particularly important in New Mexico given the state's uranium-bearing geology. Many buyers include radon testing as part of their inspection contingency.
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