A Conventional Disaster Is a Catastrophic Event Caused By

question 6

Multiple Choice

A conventional disaster is a catastrophic event caused by:

• A) a high-magnitude earthquake.
• B) an exposure to toxic materials.
• C) an outbreak of a pathogen.
• D) the use of military weapons.

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