3.2 - Categorization of Risk
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What does risk refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about the possible consequences of a hazard.
Who typically performs hazard analysis?
💡 Hint: Consider who studies risks.
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What does the term 'risk' refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about what could happen if a hazard occurs.
True or False: Scientists always present their risk analysis to the public without any modifications.
💡 Hint: Consider who the initial audience of scientific research is.
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Consider a natural disaster that was reported widely in the media. Discuss the implications of varying narratives and potential public reactions.
💡 Hint: Think about how different reports can shape community behavior.
Analyze a situation where scientists and the public disagree on a risk category. What are the potential consequences of this disagreement?
💡 Hint: Consider the broader social impacts of mistrust.
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