Practice Polythetic Concept of Risk - 2 | 19. Cultural Perspectives on Risk | Disaster Preparedness &Planning - Vol 5
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Polythetic Concept of Risk

2 - Polythetic Concept of Risk

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Question 1 Easy

What does 'risk' refer to in the context of this section?

💡 Hint: Think about what might happen if an event goes wrong.

Question 2 Easy

Explain the term 'polythetic' in your own words.

💡 Hint: Consider other definitions or interpretations.

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Question 1

What does the term 'polythetic' imply about risk?

A single definition
Multiple interpretations
Only positive outcomes

💡 Hint: Think about how different cultures view risks.

Question 2

True or False: Fatalists actively try to mitigate risks in their lives.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider their attitude towards managing risks.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a risk management strategy for a fictional community facing climate change. Consider how trust, liability, and consent intertwine in your approach.

💡 Hint: Think about how each component can influence the success of your strategy.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate a real-world case study where a community faced a significant risk (like a natural disaster). How did their perception of risk impact their response?

💡 Hint: Connect the case study back to the concepts discussed in class.

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