DP Geography Questionbank

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Examine the relationships between the degree of risk posed by a hazard and the probability of a hazard event occurring, the predicted losses and a community’s preparedness for it.

Explain the reasons why individuals and communities often underestimate the probability of hazard events occurring.

Discuss the factors that determine an individual’s perception of the risk posed by hazards.

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