Source 1: A city council proposes a new road construction project to alleviate traffic congestion on Main Street, which currently sees 80% of the city's daily vehicle traffic. The project involves building a bypass around the city center. Source 2: An environmental impact report states that the proposed bypass will require clearing a significant portion of the city's protected wetlands, home to several endangered bird species. Which of the following, if true, would most strengthen the argument for *not* pursuing the road construction project?

The correct answer to the question "Source 1: A city council proposes a new road construction project to alleviate traffic congestion on Main Street, which currently sees 80% of the city's daily vehicle traffic. The project involves building a bypass around the city center. Source 2: An environmental impact report states that the proposed bypass will require clearing a significant portion of the city's protected wetlands, home to several endangered bird species. Which of the following, if true, would most strengthen the argument for *not* pursuing the road construction project?" is Option C: An alternative public transportation expansion plan could reduce Main Street traffic by 60% without affecting wetlands..

The other options — A) Traffic congestion on Main Street has been steadily increasing for the past five years., B) A recent survey shows 70% of commuters support the new bypass project., D) The city's economy heavily relies on efficient transportation for goods delivery. — are incorrect for this GMAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: The argument against the project centers on environmental harm. Option C provides a viable alternative that addresses the core problem (traffic congestion) without the negative consequence (destroyin…