In Most States, Eminent Domain Would Permit Taking of Privately

question 19

Multiple Choice

In most states, eminent domain would permit taking of privately owned land for all the following purposes except:

• A) constructing a railroad bridge over a river.
• B) building senior citizens' home.
• C) building a discount store.
• D) building a post office.

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