Asked by julie

Many people like the idea of using windmill farms, but they do not want the power plants near their homes. What is the most likely reason that people do not want to live near wind power plants?

They think the increased operating costs will increase their electric bills.
They do not want to live near towers that transfer electricity.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
They do not want to live near towers that transfer electricity.

People oppose nearby wind farms mainly for local impacts — visual intrusion, noise, shadow flicker, perceived health/safety risks and possible effects on property values — rather than fears about higher electric bills.