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Q · Human EcologyMedium · 45s
Which one of these is an example of maladaptation?
TopicHuman Ecology
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Moving communities to flood-prone areas increases vulnerability.
Final Answer: Option B — Relocating communities to floodplains