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Approximately what percentage of Utah's total land area is owned by the federal government?

Correct Answer

C) 63%

The federal government owns approximately 63% of Utah's land, managed primarily by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Forest Service, and National Park Service. This is one of the highest percentages of federal land ownership of any state and significantly impacts real estate development, grazing rights, and mineral extraction.

Answer Options
A
25%
B
42%
C
63%
D
85%

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Bureau of Land Managementfederal landNational Park Servicepublic landsUtah School and Institutional Trust Lands

Key Terms:

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