A real estate professional showed a pre- World War I house to a prospective buyer. The buyer has two toddlers and is worried about potential health hazards. Which of the following is TRUE?

a. there is a risk that urea-formaldehyde foam insulation was used in the original construction
b. the real estate professional can offer to personally inspect for lead and remove any lead risks
c. because of the age of the house, there is a good likelihood of the presence of lead-based paint
d. removal of lead-based paint and asbestos hazards is covered by standard title insurance policies


Answer: c. because of the age of the house, there is a good likelihood of the presence of lead-based paint

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