1.3 - Perceptions of Risk
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Practice Questions
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What does risk perception refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about how personal experiences influence understanding of danger.
List two factors that affect risk perception.
💡 Hint: Consider what influences how communities view risk.
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What does 'risk perception' refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about how your own view might differ from someone else's.
True or False: Policies for disaster management are always easily implemented in local communities.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the challenges of enforcing policies in various settings.
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A rural community faces a minor flood. Analyze how differing perceptions of risk might affect their response, and discuss potential implications.
💡 Hint: Think about past instances when communities acted quickly or hesitated.
Evaluate the methods to bridge the gap between policy and practice in disaster risk reduction.
💡 Hint: Consider how feedback from communities can influence policy improvements.
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