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Consider the following statement and choose and correct answer: An event is considered a disaster only if it causes harm to ____.

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Humans

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Property

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Natural resources

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All of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A Humans
A disaster is a sudden calamitous event that brings great damage, loss and destruction to the community. An event is considered a disaster only if it causes harm to humans.

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