Practice Context and Individual Control over Risk - 1.3 | 10. Understanding Risk Perception | Disaster Preparedness & Planning - Vol 7
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Question 1

Easy

What concept explains why people may not perceive a yearly drought as risky?

💡 Hint: Think about how often they think about it.

Question 2

Easy

Why are rare disasters often considered more dangerous?

💡 Hint: How do people react to rare events?

Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation

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Question 1

What type of hazard do people often consider riskier due to its catastrophic potential?

  • High probability
  • low consequence
  • Low probability
  • high consequence
  • Frequent
  • low impact

💡 Hint: Think of earthquakes vs. drought.

Question 2

True or False: Higher media coverage correlates with a higher actual risk of an event.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Evaluate the media's tendency to sensationalize.

Solve 2 more questions and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

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.

Question 2

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.

Challenge and get performance evaluation