Which statement best summarizes the political impact of the chemical DDT?(1 point)

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It led to the U.S. government developing the Environmental Protection Agency.
It led to the U.S. government developing the Environmental Protection Agency.

It led the U.S. Congress to pass the Americans with Disabilities Act.
It led the U.S. Congress to pass the Americans with Disabilities Act.

It led to the founding of the March of Dimes.
It led to the founding of the March of Dimes.

It led the U.S. Congress to pass the Communications Decency Act.
It led the U.S. Congress to pass the Communications Decency Act.
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The statement that best summarizes the political impact of the chemical DDT is:

It led to the U.S. government developing the Environmental Protection Agency.

DDT's widespread use and subsequent environmental and health concerns played a significant role in raising awareness about pollution and led to increased regulation of chemicals, ultimately contributing to the establishment of the EPA in 1970.