Which of the Following Is a True Statement Regarding the Susceptibility

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement regarding the susceptibility of many large cities (population size above 5 million) to damage caused by global climate change?

• A) they are not vulnerable, because they are protected by extensive infrastructure
• B) they are extremely vulnerable, because of their close proximity to coastlines
• C) they are not vulnerable, because many of them are located in the northern hemisphere
• D) they are extremely vulnerable, because many of them are located in arid climates
• E) they are not vulnerable, because most of them are located in areas forecasted to experience little, if any, future change in climate

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