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Which of the following is NOT typically included in an environmental impact statement?

Project description and land-use relationships

Probable impact of the proposed action on the environment

Probable adverse environmental effects which can be avoided

The answer is correct because an environmental impact statement (EIS) generally includes information on probable adverse environmental effects of a proposed project and how these impacts can be minimized or mitigated. However, it does not primarily focus on discussing the adverse effects that can be avoided. Instead, the EIS assesses the potential impacts and suggests mitigation strategies. The intention of the EIS is to provide a comprehensive view of how a project may affect the environment, including the likelihood of adverse effects and the ways to mitigate them, rather than explicitly specifying which adverse effects can be avoided outright.

The project description and land-use relationships, the probable impact of the proposed action on the environment, and the mitigation strategies for environmental improvements are all standard components of an EIS, as they provide essential context and detail that allows decision-makers and the public to understand the overall implications of the project in question.

Mitigation strategies for environmental improvements

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