Quiz on Exposure and Vulnerability to Hazards

What is defined as the probability of harmful consequences due to hazards?

• Risk

• Exposure

• Capacity

• Vulnerability

Which of the following is NOT considered a hazard?

• Floods

• Earthquakes

• Cyclones

• Buildings

What term describes the conditions that increase susceptibility to hazards?

• Risk

• Vulnerability

• Exposure

• Capacity

Which of the following is an example of a capacity?

• Emergency services

• Financial establishments

• Crops

• Transportation systems

What is the main reason for the Philippines' vulnerability to natural disasters?

• High population density

• Rugged landscape

• Advanced technology

• Strong economy

Which of the following is a natural hazard that the Philippines is at risk of?

• Air pollution

• Nuclear accidents

• Cyber attacks

• Tsunamis

What is the average number of typhoons that visit the Philippines each year?

• 10

• 20

• 25

• 15

Which of the following elements is NOT exposed to hazards?

• Infrastructure

• Weather patterns

• Crops

• Buildings

What does the term 'exposure' refer to in the context of hazards?

• The potential for harm

• The ability to recover from disasters

• The social conditions of a community

• The presence of elements in hazard-prone areas

Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to vulnerability?

• Economic conditions

• Social factors

• Environmental factors

• Technological advancements