The takings clause of the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution states that ________________
A)private property shall not be taken for public use without just compensation
B)state entities can take private property for less than market value
C)the government can cause environmental damage without compensation
D)private citizens can take value from public land by mining, timbering, or similar activities
E)natural resources cannot be taken without payment

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The Takings Clause of the Fifth Amendment ensures that private property cannot be taken for public use without providing just compensation to the owner.

The Takings Clause of the Fifth Amendment to the U