In the previous question, you read a passage that describes
how mountain lions living in the Santa Monica Mountains are
being affected by a decreasing habitat. One reason for this lack
of space is US highway 101 and other freeways. Which of the
following would be the most cost effective and safest solution
to the problem?
O Move the highways to areas that do not impact the cats.
O Dig tunnels under the mountains for cars and trucks.
O Build a bridge across the highway for the cats to cross safely.
O
Transport the lions to a zoo where they can live the rest of their lives.

Answer:

Build a bridge across the highway for the cats to cross safely.

Explanation:

Since the focus is on a cost-effective and safe solution, the best option that can be perceived as the solution to the problem solution to build a bridge across the highway for the cats to cross safely.

However, deciding to move the highways to areas that do not impact the cats would be expensive since it creates an additional cost of construction.

Also, digging tunnels under the mountains for cars and trucks is not safe, and transporting the lions to a zoo where they can live the rest of their lives isn't good as it deprives them of their natural habitat.