The Mississippi River floods a small riverside town. A few citizens decide to stay even after the flood hits the town. Assuming flooding overwhelms city services, which of the following is probably the most dangerous problem?
A. Inability to drink safe water from the flooded city water pipes
B. Inability to eat because of food spoilage from lack of electrical service to refrigerators
C. Inability to relax, resulting in anxiety and tension
D. Inability to sleep as furniture will be wet, resulting in sleeplessness
ANS: A
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