The basement of the home you are inspecting has evidence of water leakage. Which of the following problems is NOT a possible cause of water leakage in basements?
A)Improperly installed downspouts
B)Clogged gutters
C)Absence of a sump pump
D)Corrosion of water pipes

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The basement of the home you are inspecting has evidence of water leakage. The problem that is not a possible cause of water leakage in basements is the absence of a sump pump. Basements do not leak water because there is no sump pump. However, if there is a sump pump in the basement that is not kept maintained, water leakage can result.

The Basement of the Home You Are Inspecting Has Evidence