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 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, which would result in anxiety and tension
d. Inability to sleep because furniture will be wet
ANS: A
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