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What is the weightage of Quiz-1 in the evaluation?
What is the weightage of Quiz-1 in the evaluation?
- 15%
- 20%
- 35%
- 5% (correct)
According to ISDR 2004, what is a hazard characterized by?
According to ISDR 2004, what is a hazard characterized by?
- Frequency and probability (correct)
- Impact and duration
- Magnitude and severity
- Intensity and location
What does vulnerability refer to in the context of disaster management?
What does vulnerability refer to in the context of disaster management?
- Seismic hazard associated with recurrence of exposure
- Degree to which something is subjected to potential risk
- Presence of people, assets, or activities in susceptible areas (correct)
- Probable level of ground shaking earthquakes
Which of the following is considered a hazardous physical event according to the text?
Which of the following is considered a hazardous physical event according to the text?
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What does the term 'risk' refer to in the context of disaster management?
What does the term 'risk' refer to in the context of disaster management?
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What is the definition of vulnerability in the context of disaster risk?
What is the definition of vulnerability in the context of disaster risk?
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Which of the following is NOT listed as a characteristic of tropical cyclones?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a characteristic of tropical cyclones?
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What causes the formation of hailstones in hailstorms?
What causes the formation of hailstones in hailstorms?
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In the context of disaster risk, what does the term 'risk' refer to?
In the context of disaster risk, what does the term 'risk' refer to?
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What is the distinguishing feature of tornadoes?
What is the distinguishing feature of tornadoes?
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