A Major Obstacle to Implementing Hazard Reduction Measures Involves the Public's

question 5

True/False

A major obstacle to implementing hazard reduction measures involves the public's misunderstanding of risk and the fact that most people do not want to believe that their community will ever experience disaster.

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Definitions:

Community Assessment

A process of systematically collecting and analyzing information about a community's characteristics, needs, resources, and assets to inform planning and decision-making.

Population

Collection of individuals who have in common one or more personal or environmental characteristics.

Education Level

The highest degree of formal education or training that an individual has completed.

Community Assessment

A process of evaluating the needs, resources, and issues of a specific population or geographical area to inform planning and interventions.