A state agency is authorized to locate five new landfills; residents sue for declaratory relief arguing ripeness. The case should be characterized as:

• A. Ripe for decision because the agency's inspection poses a direct risk to residents.
• B. Not ripe for decision because the agency's inspection does not itself pose risk; harm would occur only if a site is selected.
• C. Ripe for decision because a final agency decision has been made.
• D. Not ripe because the residents lack standing.

Answer: (B)