A company wishes to build a major golf resort above an aquifer. The company is granted permission to build the resort, but the builders must follow specific laws and regulations during the construction of the resort. Why have the laws and regulations MOST likely been established?
to minimize the impact of pollution on the environment
to prevent the construction of too many golf courses in the country
to protect the rights of humans over the rights of the environment
to reduce the amount of money spent on golf resorts