4. Risk Perception Related to Drinking Water

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the primary role of opinion leaders?

   Hint

   Think about who you might trust in your community.

2. 2.

   Name one factor that affects risk perception related to water quality.

   Hint

   Consider what might influence someone's understanding or ability to choose.

3. 3.

   What is Degree Centrality?

   • A measure of speed
   • The number of connections in a network
   • Size of an opinion leader's influence

   Hint

   Think about how connections among people relate to one's influence.

4. 4.

   True or False: Higher education generally leads to higher awareness of drinking water issues.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider whether education gives someone better understanding.

5. 5.

   Assess how community leaders can change water quality perceptions in different socio-economic groups.

   Hint

   Think how communication styles might differ based on audience.

6. 6.

   Formulate a strategy to encourage late adopters based on the behavior of early adopters.

   Hint

   Consider how sharing experiences can create a sense of belonging.