Environmental
A 'sick building syndrome' issue refers to:
AA legally condemned property that cannot be sold
BA building where occupants experience health problems linked to time spent in the building, often due to poor indoor air quality✓ Correct
CA property with structural damage requiring immediate demolition
DA flood-damaged property with mold throughout the structure
Explanation
Sick building syndrome (SBS) describes situations where occupants experience acute health effects — headaches, respiratory problems, fatigue — linked to time spent in a building without identifiable cause. Poor ventilation, chemical off-gassing, mold, and other indoor air quality issues are common contributors.
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