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Before a new shopping center can be built on previously undeveloped land, the builders must submit a proposal to the local government for approval. Which statement
identifies
an environmental concern associated with the development of the shopping center?
1
Building the center would decrease resources needed by local organisms.
2.
The new shopping center would increase competition with already existing businesses.
3.
Building the center would decrease the amount of pollution in the area.
4.
The new shopping center would increase the biodiversity of the area.



Answer :

TiltedLunar

The statement that identifies an environmental concern associated with the development of the shopping center is:

1. Building the center would decrease resources needed by local organisms.

This concern highlights the potential negative impact on the natural habitat and resources that local wildlife and plants rely on.