Practice Disaster Recovery And Build Back Better (1)

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
What does DRR stand for?
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Think about minimizing disaster impacts.
Question 2.
Why is avoiding asymmetrical buildings important?
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Consider how forces act on buildings.
3Question 3.
What is the main goal of Disaster Risk Reduction?
- To help recover after a disaster
- To reduce risks associated with disasters
- To provide financial assistance
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Consider the proactive strategies in disaster management.
4Question 4.
True or False: Asymmetrical buildings are safer during earthquakes.
- True
- False
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Think about weight distribution within a structure.
Question 5.
Design a small community center in an earthquake-prone area. List at least three design features you would incorporate based on DRR guidelines.
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Think about providing security and stability against natural forces.
Question 6.
Evaluate the effectiveness of an existing earthquake-prone building design. How would you improve it based on current DRR guidelines?
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Look for common faults in designs that can be buckled under pressure.

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