Question

Which pre-disaster activity aims at "reducing the potential negative effects of a disaster if it cannot be prevented"?

• A. Preparedness
• B. Prevention
• C. Mitigation
• D. Emergency Response

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Mitigation

The pre-disaster activity that aims at "reducing the potential negative effects of a disaster if it cannot be prevented" is Mitigation.

• Mitigation involves implementing long-term measures to lessen the severity of a disaster's impact on people and property, even if the hazard itself cannot be stopped. Examples include building codes, land-use planning, and infrastructure improvements.