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What type of geological phenomenon involves ground movements beside or adjacent to rivers and streams?
What type of geological phenomenon involves ground movements beside or adjacent to rivers and streams?
Which of the following best describes an area with armed conflicts?
Which of the following best describes an area with armed conflicts?
Which type of vulnerability is concerned with the ability of the physical environment to withstand the impacts of a disaster?
Which type of vulnerability is concerned with the ability of the physical environment to withstand the impacts of a disaster?
Which of the following is a primary earthquake hazard that can lead to ground deformation?
Which of the following is a primary earthquake hazard that can lead to ground deformation?
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Which type of natural earthquake is less prevalent and occurs before and after a volcanic eruption?
Which type of natural earthquake is less prevalent and occurs before and after a volcanic eruption?
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What type of volcanic hazard is a fluidized mass of rock fragments and gases that move rapidly due to gravity?
What type of volcanic hazard is a fluidized mass of rock fragments and gases that move rapidly due to gravity?
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What impact can a disaster have on the public's perception of political players?
What impact can a disaster have on the public's perception of political players?
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In the context of disaster impacts, what can be a consequence of poorly planned urban development?
In the context of disaster impacts, what can be a consequence of poorly planned urban development?
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What is a common health risk faced by individuals during a disaster situation?
What is a common health risk faced by individuals during a disaster situation?
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What is a common consequence of populations being displaced due to a disaster?
What is a common consequence of populations being displaced due to a disaster?
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Which factor can influence the severity of impact from a disaster on a country?
Which factor can influence the severity of impact from a disaster on a country?
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Which type of areas are most susceptible to recurring floods?
Which type of areas are most susceptible to recurring floods?
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Which of the following is not a characteristic of a natural disaster?
Which of the following is not a characteristic of a natural disaster?
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What is the main difference between a hazard and a disaster risk?
What is the main difference between a hazard and a disaster risk?
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Which of the following is an example of a human-made hazard?
Which of the following is an example of a human-made hazard?
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What is the main purpose of disaster preparedness?
What is the main purpose of disaster preparedness?
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Which of the following is not a characteristic of vulnerability in the context of disaster risk?
Which of the following is not a characteristic of vulnerability in the context of disaster risk?
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What is the main goal of disaster risk reduction?
What is the main goal of disaster risk reduction?
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