Why Might Global Climate Change Impact the Magnitude and Frequency

question 21

Multiple Choice

Why might global climate change impact the magnitude and frequency of hazardous events?

• A)Many hazardous natural events are controlled in part by the amount of water in the system.
• B)Climate change may cause the acceptable risk of a natural hazard to increase.
• C)Climate change will likely increase the likelihood of earthquakes.
• D)Climate change is directly related to land use planning efforts.

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Definitions:

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A planned procedure for cutting down on waste in manufacturing operations without negatively affecting productivity.

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Lean Manufacturing

A methodology that focuses on minimizing waste within manufacturing systems while simultaneously maximizing productivity.