Question

select the statement(s) that accurately describe how rainy weather and can be hazardous for human beings. people often choose to build near water, which can lead to damage from floods. rivers rarely flood, which makes them an excellent place to avoid hazards. areas near waterways can flood with heavy rain. floods are a significant hazard that can be brought on by rainfall. areas that are near water are safer from floods than regions farther away.

Explanation:

• The first statement is correct because building near water increases flood damage risk when rain causes flooding.
• The second statement is wrong: rivers do flood frequently with heavy rain, so they are not hazard-free.
• The third statement is correct: heavy rain overwhelms waterways, causing nearby areas to flood.
• The fourth statement is correct: excessive rainfall is a primary cause of floods, which are dangerous to humans.
• The fifth statement is wrong: areas near water are at higher, not lower, flood risk.

Answer:

• People often choose to build near water, which can lead to damage from floods.
• Areas near waterways can flood with heavy rain.
• Floods are a significant hazard that can be brought on by rainfall.