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audragclark

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What does it mean to say that a potential hazard is in equilibrium?
   a. The cost of a disaster is equal to the value of developing the area.
   b. There is a balance in forces that will prevent the hazard from causing a disaster.
   c. The probability that a disaster will occur is equal to the probability that a disaster will not occur.
   d. The probability of a disaster is constant over time.
   e. There is a temporary balance in forces that prevents a disaster at the current time.

Question 2

People choose to live in hazardous areas for a variety of reasons. Which is the LEAST likely reason why a person in a developing country would decide to live in a hazardous area?
   a. More attractive scenery is usually found at hazardous areas
   b. Less hazardous areas are unaffordable or unavailable.
   c. The location has access to clean water.
   d. The location has access to fertile land.
   e. The person does not know the history of potential hazards.



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Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: a

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: a



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