Question

How does the regulation of floodplains help to reduce flood damage?(1 point)
Responses

It limits what can be built on a floodplain.
It limits what can be built on a floodplain.

It protects plant life on the floodplain from being destroyed.
It protects plant life on the floodplain from being destroyed.

It relocates animals off the floodplain.
It relocates animals off the floodplain.

It forces people to get flood insurance.

Answers

GPT-4o mini
The most effective response regarding how the regulation of floodplains helps to reduce flood damage is:

**It limits what can be built on a floodplain.**

This choice emphasizes that regulations can prevent or restrict construction in flood-prone areas, thereby minimizing potential damage to structures and infrastructure during flood events.