The design strategies listed in Table 1 are expensive. If you were to build a home in point A, and you could only add two hazard strategies to your home, which two would you pick? Explain why you chose those two strategies.

Question

Copy these sentences and fill in the blanks with what you would pick. (4 pts)

1. A strategy I would use would be____________________ because ____________________________________

2. Another strategy I would use would be_____________________ because ____________________________________

(4 points)

Answer 1

1. A strategy I would use would be elevating the home’s foundation because it would help protect against flooding and water damage, especially in areas prone to heavy rainfall or rising water levels.

2. Another strategy I would use would be installing impact-resistant windows because they can withstand strong winds and debris during storms, providing better security and reducing the risk of breakage that could lead to further damage inside the home.