In a survey of the nonattainment areas in a state,the state air pollution regulatory authority found Region 3 to be the region that exceeded the ozone standard by the largest margin,far exceeding the air pollution levels in all other regions of the state.Region 3 is most likely to be categorized as a(n)________ nonattainment area.

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Region 3 is described as exceeding the ozone standard by the largest margin and far exceeding the pollution levels in other regions of the state, indicating an extreme level of nonattainment. Choice A, atypical, does not have a clear definition in the context of nonattainment areas. Choice C, marginal, refers to areas that are close to meeting the ozone standard but do not meet it. Choice D, serious, refers to areas that do not meet the ozone standard but are not as severe as extreme nonattainment areas. Therefore, B, extreme, is the best choice for this scenario.

In a Survey of the Nonattainment Areas in a State,the