Which Characteristic Is NOT a Factor When Deciding to Convert

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which characteristic is NOT a factor when deciding to convert a natural landslide dam into a permanent dam?

• A)geometry of the landslide dam
• B)material of the landslide dam
• C)rate of stream flow
• D)ability to construct spillways and breaches
• E)temperature of the water

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Definitions:

Reduce Others' Distress

The act of alleviating or minimizing emotional or psychological suffering in other individuals.

Egoistic Helping

Acts of providing assistance to others motivated by a desire to benefit oneself, such as feeling good or avoiding guilt.

Altruistic Helping

Voluntarily assisting others without expecting anything in return, driven by the desire to benefit someone else.

Zero-Sum Helping

A concept where one party's gain in a helping situation is perceived to directly correspond to another party's loss, suggesting a competitive or balanced exchange rather than mutual benefit.