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What characteristic distinguishes a crisis from a manageable problem?
What characteristic distinguishes a crisis from a manageable problem?
Which situation may lead to a crisis according to the text?
Which situation may lead to a crisis according to the text?
What is a key characteristic of crises according to the text?
What is a key characteristic of crises according to the text?
What may reduce the need for later countermeasures in some crises?
What may reduce the need for later countermeasures in some crises?
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Which factor links global warming to an increase in the intensity of extreme weather-related disasters according to the text?
Which factor links global warming to an increase in the intensity of extreme weather-related disasters according to the text?
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What distinguishes a crisis from a manageable problem according to the text?
What distinguishes a crisis from a manageable problem according to the text?
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Which situation may lead to a crisis according to the text?
Which situation may lead to a crisis according to the text?
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What may reduce the need for later countermeasures in some crises?
What may reduce the need for later countermeasures in some crises?
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What is a key characteristic of crises according to the text?
What is a key characteristic of crises according to the text?
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Which factor links global warming to an increase in the intensity of extreme weather-related disasters according to the text?
Which factor links global warming to an increase in the intensity of extreme weather-related disasters according to the text?
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Study Notes
Crisis and Manageable Problems
- A crisis is distinguished from a manageable problem by its unprecedented nature, uncertainty, and potential for catastrophic consequences.
Situations Leading to Crisis
- A crisis can arise from a situation where the stakes are high, the time for decision-making is short, and the potential consequences are severe.
Characteristics of Crises
- Crises are characterized by their complexity, ambiguity, and uncertainty.
Mitigating Crisis Consequences
- Taking proactive measures can reduce the need for later countermeasures in some crises.
Global Warming and Extreme Weather
- Global warming is linked to an increase in the intensity of extreme weather-related disasters due to the warming of the ocean and atmosphere, leading to more energy and moisture in the atmosphere.
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Test your knowledge on the concept of crisis magnitude, which refers to situations that overwhelm available resources. Learn how manageable problems can become crises as their scale exceeds normal bounds, leading to resource overload.
