6.2 - Physical Vulnerabilities and Collapse of Structures
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Define physical vulnerabilities.
💡 Hint: Think about what makes buildings weak.
What is decentralized reconstruction?
💡 Hint: Consider who makes decisions in rebuilding.
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What is the primary focus of the section on physical vulnerabilities?
💡 Hint: Consider what weaknesses in buildings might cause them to collapse.
True or False: A centralized approach often leads to more efficient decision-making in reconstruction efforts.
💡 Hint: Think about who is making decisions and how that impacts the outcomes.
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Design a community training program that educates residents on seismic safety and building standards. How would you implement this?
💡 Hint: Think about who in the community should lead and where resources can come from.
Evaluate the long-term economic impacts of the 1999 earthquake on rural Colombian communities. What factors would you analyze?
💡 Hint: Consider both immediate and ongoing impacts on various sectors.
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