Environmental
In Ohio, which of the following materials found in older homes was banned from residential use by the EPA in 1978?
ACopper plumbing
BLead-based paint✓ Correct
CAsphalt shingles
DFiberglass insulation
Explanation
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) banned the use of lead-based paint in residential housing and children's products in 1978, due to the severe health hazards of lead exposure, especially to children.
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