Question
How does installing a seawall help mitigate flood damage? (1 point)
O by protecting floodplains from flood damage
• by absorbing energy from storm waves
O by rerouting floodwaters to green spaces
O by moving a structure above flood level
O by protecting floodplains from flood damage
• by absorbing energy from storm waves
O by rerouting floodwaters to green spaces
O by moving a structure above flood level
Answers
GPT-4o mini
Installing a seawall helps mitigate flood damage primarily **by absorbing energy from storm waves**. Seawalls are designed to withstand and reduce the impact of waves, thereby protecting the shore and adjacent properties from erosion and flooding during storm events.