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1. Disaster Risk
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- 1.
What are the three components of disaster risk?
Hint
Remember the acronym HEV.
- 2.
What does the term 'vulnerability' refer to?
Hint
Think about how prepared a community is for disasters.
- 3.
What does vulnerability refer to in disaster risk?
Hint
Think about community strengths and weaknesses.
- 4.
True or False: Higher exposure generally leads to higher disaster risk.
- True
- False
Hint
Consider what exposure means in terms of people and buildings.
- 5.
Create a risk assessment for a potential natural hazard in your area considering hazard, exposure, and vulnerability.
Hint
Consider local plans for response and recovery.
- 6.
Compare two different areas (urban vs. rural) regarding a specific hazard—explain how risk differs in these contexts.
Hint
Reflect on historical data to draw comparisons.
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2
Estimated Time
4 min
Passing Score
70%
Instructions
- Read each question carefully
- You can use hints if you need help
- Complete all questions before submitting
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2
Estimated Time
4 min
Passing Score
70%
Instructions
- Read each question carefully
- You can use hints if you need help
- Complete all questions before submitting
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2
Estimated Time
4 min
Passing Score
70%
Instructions
- Read each question carefully
- You can use hints if you need help
- Complete all questions before submitting