Which of the following best describes why earthquakes would be more frightening than floods to many people, even though both can cause extensive damage? (Select all that apply.)
a. Death rate and scope are higher in earthquakes.
b. There is a higher frequency of earthquakes.
c. Imminence of earthquakes is unknown.
d. It is not possible to prevent an earthquake.
e. The intensity of earthquakes is higher.
f.
The predictability of earthquakes is lower.
ANS: C, D, F
Death rate, intensity, and frequency depend on location and other factors. Hawaii, for example, has frequent earthquakes with little damage resulting. However, earthquakes cannot be predicted or prevented, whereas flooding can usually be predicted and most communities have taken steps to avoid or at least lessen the damage from floods. The frequency or intensity of earthquakes is not higher than that of flooding.
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