Environmental
A Washington home inspector discovers evidence of a former oil tank in the yard. The buyer's recommended response is to:
AIgnore it if the seller says it was removed 20 years ago
BRequest documentation of proper tank removal and any soil testing confirming no contamination remains✓ Correct
CReduce the purchase price by the estimated cleanup cost and proceed
DTerminate the contract immediately without investigation
Explanation
When evidence of a former oil tank is found, the buyer should request documentation confirming the tank was removed by a licensed contractor following proper procedures, with soil testing confirming no residual contamination before completing the purchase.
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