Although it was not discussed in Chapter 4, what are some preventive measures that can be done to reduce or lessen the impact of mass wasting? (Hint: Think about the controls and triggers of mass wasting.)

What will be an ideal response?


Retaining walls, bolting, avalanche sheds, shooting with bullets to cause mass wasting in a controlled form, lowering the water table, planting trees and other types of vegetation, terracing, and regrade the area so the angle of repose is not oversteepened

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What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is not considered a visual variable in symbolization?

A. pattern B. color C. diagram D. size E. shape

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Describe the overall topography of this region.

The following questions are based on Map T-8, the “Putnam Hall, Florida” quadrangle (scale 1:24,000; contour interval 10 feet). This map shows a portion of northeastern Florida underlain by limestone 129°39'10"N, 81°57'15"W). Here the water table (the upper level of groundwater) is close to the surface. What will be an ideal response?

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Homeowners insurance does not cover wind damage or flood damage due to a hurricane

a. True b. False

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