Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 2 Exam Practice

Buyer Ronan's purchase of a rural home is contingent upon a satisfactory water test. The local public health authority reports fecal coliform. What does this indicate?

1. Ronan should not be concerned, as a minor amount of fecal coliform is typical.

2. An immediate and lasting solution is to simply disinfect the well by adding chlorine.

3. Some type of sewage contamination has recently occurred.

4. The water is safe for drinking, but Ronan should consider investigating the cause of this problem.

5. Additional testing is unnecessary.

6. Ronan should negotiate for a reduction in the property's price.

The correct answer is: Some type of sewage contamination has recently occurred.

When the local public health authority reports fecal coliform in the water test, it indicates that some type of sewage contamination has recently occurred. This is a serious issue as fecal coliform bacteria come from the intestinal tracts of warm-blooded animals, and their presence in the water system suggests a potential health hazard. Therefore, it is crucial for Ronan to address this issue before proceeding with the purchase of the rural home. The other options are incorrect because: - Option A suggests that a minor amount of fecal coliform is typical, which is not the case as any presence of fecal coliform should be taken seriously. - Option B oversimplifies the solution by suggesting that simply disinfecting the well with chlorine will solve the issue. While disinfection might be necessary, it is essential to investigate and address the source of contamination. - Option D states that the water is safe for drinking, which is not true in the presence of fecal coliform. - Option E suggests that additional testing is unnecessary, which is incorrect as further testing and remediation measures are required. - Option F advises negotiating for a reduction in the property's price, which is not the primary concern when dealing with potential sewage contamination in the water source.