PSI New Jersey Real Estate State Practice Exam

Which of the following statements about airborne radon is TRUE?

1. It is inexpensively detected and mitigated

2. It poses no health risks to occupants

3. It can be ignored if levels are low

4. It is always present in high concentrations

The correct answer is: It is inexpensively detected and mitigated

The correct statement regarding airborne radon is that it is inexpensively detected and mitigated. Radon testing can be performed through various inexpensive methods, such as short-term or long-term tests that homeowners can purchase and use easily. Additionally, there are effective mitigation systems that can be installed to reduce radon levels in a building, making it a manageable concern for property owners. In contrast, airborne radon does present health risks, particularly as a long-term exposure can lead to lung cancer, which makes the second statement inaccurate. The statement that radon levels can simply be ignored if they are low fails to recognize that even low levels of radon can accumulate over time and pose a risk, thus it is important to monitor and address radon regardless of the measured level. Lastly, the assertion that radon is always present in high concentrations is misleading; while radon can be found in various concentrations depending on geographic and environmental factors, it is typically present at varying levels and not universally high.