Question

consider this claim:
urban sprawl—the rise of low - density suburbs outside of urban centers—should be severely restricted because of the financial burden it puts on government agencies.
which is the strongest evidence to support the claim?
many people who prefer to live outside urban areas cite the better reputation of suburban school districts as one of their motivations for moving to a less densely populated area.
an urban development manager explains that there are a variety of factors that can contribute to urban sprawl, from low motor fuel taxes to preferences for living in low - density areas.
the low - density suburbs created by urban sprawl often require new roads and highways, which are costly to build and maintain.

Explanation:

The claim is that urban sprawl should be restricted due to its financial burden on government agencies. The first option talks about people's motivation (school reputation) which is not about financial burden. The second option explains causes of urban sprawl, not the financial burden. The third option states that low - density suburbs from urban sprawl need new roads/highways that are costly to build and maintain, which directly shows the financial burden on government (as government is responsible for infrastructure like roads).

Answer:

The low - density suburbs created by urban sprawl often require new roads and highways, which are costly to build and maintain.