8.5.2 - Mitigation Strategies
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of mitigation strategies?
💡 Hint: Think about what we do to lessen the effects of disasters.
Name one way to design infrastructure to withstand earthquakes.
💡 Hint: Consider materials that are strong or adaptable.
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Which of the following is NOT a part of mitigation strategies?
💡 Hint: Consider which options focus on reducing hazard impact in advance.
True or False: Reforestation can help prevent soil erosion.
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between trees and soil.
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Analyze a recent disaster in your area and suggest two mitigation strategies that could have been implemented.
💡 Hint: Look at the type of disaster and existing vulnerabilities.
Evaluate the effectiveness of a tropical cyclone-prevention program and suggest improvements.
💡 Hint: Consider what measures are already in place and what is missing.
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