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Questions

1. How can you know whether illness symptoms experienced by you or mem-
bers of your family are associated with contaminants in your home?
2. Who is most at risk for developing illness symptoms associated with residen-
tial indoor contaminants? Why?
3. How can one know whether illness symptoms experienced by an individual
are associated with the work environment?
4. What is the significance of odor complaints in buildings?
5. What approaches can an investigator use in responding to a homeowner's
request for services in conducting a residential indoor environment investi-
gation?
6. Under what circumstances is it desirable to conduct air testing in an IAQ/IE
investigation?