1.3 - Context and Individual Control over Risk
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Practice Questions
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What concept explains why people may not perceive a yearly drought as risky?
💡 Hint: Think about how often they think about it.
Why are rare disasters often considered more dangerous?
💡 Hint: How do people react to rare events?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of hazard do people often consider riskier due to its catastrophic potential?
💡 Hint: Think of earthquakes vs. drought.
True or False: Higher media coverage correlates with a higher actual risk of an event.
💡 Hint: Evaluate the media's tendency to sensationalize.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a public awareness campaign to address misconceptions about common risks like drought. Include strategies for effective messaging and building control.
💡 Hint: Consider what motivates people's understanding.
Evaluate how you would respond to media coverage of a natural disaster that could impact your area. What personal controls can you implement?
💡 Hint: Think about practical steps you can take.
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