Environmental
A Washington property located near a former gas station should be investigated for contamination from:
ALead paint only
BPetroleum hydrocarbons, benzene, and other fuel-related contaminants in soil and groundwater✓ Correct
CAsbestos only
DPCBs from electrical transformers
Explanation
Former gas stations are a common source of petroleum contamination. Leaking underground storage tanks can release fuel (gasoline, diesel, motor oil) containing benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene (BTEX) into soil and groundwater.
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