Engineers are designing a bridge that will better withstand earthquake forces. What is the process called when engineers use a computer to see what happens to their design during an earthquake?

• Variables

• Modeling

• Prediction

• Navigation

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What is the best method for a geologist to find a scientific explanation for varying levels of damage in a city after an earthquake?

• Review local newspaper reports

• Conduct a survey of residents in each area

• Create a computer model that takes into account different variables

• Analyze the strength of previous earthquakes that have struck the same area

Scientists and engineers work together to try to reduce the damage from natural hazards. Which term is used to describe the process?

• Mitigation

• Technology

• Scientific Method

• Controlling Variables

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A scientist is constructing a device that will predict exactly where hurricanes will travel. This device could save many lives but will be extremely expensive. Which term describes the high cost of this device?

• Benefit

• Criteria

• Constraint

• Technology

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Engineers have been asked to develop a plan to reduce the effects of hurricanes on a coastal community. Which is the first step engineers should take when developing a plan to reduce the effect of a natural hazard?

• Identify a need

• Propose a solution

• Evaluate a solution

• Determine criteria and constraints

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This Data Table shows information about earthquakes in Northern California.

Which strategy is the most practical way to mitigate damage to buildings as a result of earthquakes in the area?

• Research methods of preventing earthquakes from happening.

• Educate the public about how to respond in case of an earthquake

• Research methods of designing buildings to withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.0

• Design early detection systems to know when an earthquake larger than magnitude 5.0 will happen next

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A hurricane destroyed a coastal town. Afterward, the town was rebuilt. Which term describes the rebuilding process after a natural disaster?

• Response

• Recovery

• Mitigation

• Preparation

Students at school are learning about earthquakes. They practice ways to protect themselves from falling objects during an earthquake. This is an example of

• Response

• Recovery

• Mitigation

• Preparation

A group of firefighters and police officers have been trained in search and rescue. A tornado hits a nearby town and they are sent to look through rubble for survivors. This is an example of:

• Response

• Recovery

• Mitigation

• Preparation

Engineers and scientists got together after the Spencer Dam in northern Nebraska collapsed during the floods of 2019. They designed and created a new bridge that was built and completed in the fall of 2020. The cost was 22 million dollars. This is an example of:

• Response

• Recovery

• Mitigation

• Preparation

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