Which Statement Reflects the Most Significant Reason People in the US

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which statement reflects the most significant reason people in the US decide to live in hazardous areas? ​

• A)They believe that the government will fix any damage that occurs.
• B)They know the chances of a disaster and have made an informed decision to take the risk.
• C)They have not experienced the effects of a natural hazard and therefore underestimate the risk.
• D)They have been intentionally misled by developers.
• E)They are too poor to live elsewhere.

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Definitions:

Asian Americans

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